"Players had to take their annual vacation from work...in fact, some of the players were unable to take time off to attend the OFC Champions League and the Club World Cup," said Auckland City coach Paul Posa, according to Reuters.

Plumbers vs. Pros, Roofers vs Riches, it's the Club World Cup originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Auckland City FC, New Zealand's semi-pro soccer squad, is set to stun at the FIFA Club World Cup, kicking off tomorrow in the USA.

Palmeiras and two-time European champion Porto tied 0-0 in their opening match of the Club World Cup before a crowd of 46,275 at MetLife Stadium, which was just over half full

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