Harry Kane Fires Warning to PSG as Bayern March into Club World Cup Quarter-Finals

SME News UK . DOHA – Bayern Munich have booked their place in the quarter-finals of the FIFA Club World Cup after a thrilling 4-2 victory over Flamengo, and England captain Harry Kane has issued a clear message ahead of their showdown with Paris Saint-Germain: “We can beat anyone.”Kane, who netted a brace to take his season tally beyond 40 goals, played a starring role in a hard-fought last-16 clash that saw Bayern withstand a spirited challenge from the Brazilian giants. The result sets up a blockbuster encounter with PSG, who cruised past Inter Miami 4-0 in their own last-16 tie.Speaking to DAZN after the match, Kane expressed confidence in his side’s ability to rise to the occasion.> “It’s going to be another tough game,” Kane said. “PSG have had an amazing season. We played them earlier in the year and we came out on top. We have to try and use that energy, that feeling, in this game. We know it will be difficult, but look—we feel like we can beat anyone when we’re at our level. We’ve shown that in this tournament.”Bayern’s Rollercoaster Against FlamengoBayern stormed out of the blocks, taking a 2-0 lead within the opening 10 minutes thanks to an Erick Pulgar own goal and Kane’s first strike of the evening. Though Flamengo quickly responded through Gerson, Leon Goretzka’s composed finish restored the two-goal cushion before halftime.The second half saw Flamengo claw back again via a Jorginho penalty, but Kane’s clinical second goal—after a brilliantly disguised pass from Joshua Kimmich—sealed the result.> “It was a nice ball by Josh,” Kane reflected. “He played a nice little disguised pass. I talk a lot about the first touch—it sets up the goal. I was able to go both ways and chose the front post. Thankfully, it paid off.”In challenging conditions and intense heat, Bayern’s composure in the final stages was key.> “It was tough,” Kane admitted. “Flamengo made life really difficult for us. Every time we felt like we’d pulled away, they came back at us. That fourth goal was crucial to settle the nerves. From there, we managed the game well.”Kompany Eyes the Bigger PictureManager Vincent Kompany was full of praise for his side’s resilience and adaptability, particularly under the intense heat and tempo of the match.> “The intensity was ferocious in the first 20 minutes,” Kompany said. “I wondered if we could maintain it, but we grew into the game. It was a great match for the fans, and we’re thrilled to move on.”Looking ahead to the PSG clash, Kompany emphasized the importance of rest and preparation.> “Now it’s all about recovery,” he added. “Top teams, big stage—what more could you ask for? We’ll be ready.”Bayern’s Historic AmbitionsWith the Bundesliga title already reclaimed from Bayer Leverkusen, Bayern are chasing more silverware. Wins over Boca Juniors (2-1), Auckland City (10-0), and now Flamengo keep their Club World Cup dreams alive.Victory in this tournament would mark Bayern’s third Club World Cup crown, underlining their global pedigree and revitalized ambition under Kompany.The quarter-final clash against PSG promises fireworks—and with Harry Kane in red-hot form, Bayern Munich are brimming with belief.