Cristian Chivu’s team eventually managed to build some momentum in the second half but some obstinate Fluminense defending — and the woodwork — kept the Italian side at bay. And, as Inter pressed ever more desperately for an equaliser, Fluminense broke and sealed the game in injury time via a tidy finish from Hercules.

Fluminense sent Inter Milan packing from the Club World Cup on Monday with a 2-0 win in Charlotte that took the Brazilian side through to the quarter-finals.

Inter Milan newcomer Luis Henrique admits last night’s loss to Fluminense came as no major surprise to him and his fellow Brazilians.Interviewed by CazeTV via FCInterNews, the 23-year-old spoke