Palmeiras fight back to draw with Inter Miami and reach Club World Cup last 16

Brazilian side Palmeiras came from two goals down to earn a 2-2 draw against Inter Miami on Monday, a result that ensured both teams advanced to the last 16 of the Club World Cup.

Inter Miami looked set for another upset following their earlier win over Porto, thanks to goals from Tadeo Allende and Luis Suarez. But Palmeiras responded late, with Paulinho and Mauricio scoring in the final 10 minutes to secure the crucial point.

The draw means Inter Miami will now face European champions Paris Saint-Germain in the next round, setting up a high-profile clash for Lionel Messi against his former club. Messi, who turns 38 on Tuesday, left PSG to join Miami in 2023.

Palmeiras, meanwhile, will face fellow Brazilian club Botafogo in an all-domestic showdown.

The result also confirmed the elimination of Al Ahly and Porto, despite their thrilling 4-4 draw at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.