Suita - Arab Today
Silvio Romero starred as his second-half brace helped Mexico's Club America beat South Korean side Jeonbuk Motors 2-1 in the Club World Cup, in the match played Sunday.
Romero converted a corner kick by Michael Arroyo in the 74th minute to send his team to a semifinal clash with tournament favorites Real Madrid on Thursday.
Club America lost to China's Guangzhou Evergrande in the first round of last year's tournament.
Club America were crowned CONCACAF champions for the second year in a row in April, after beating compatriots Tigres 2-0 away and 2-1 at home in the two-legged final.
The Club World Cup features international football's six continental champions plus a team from the host nation.
Source: QNA