Bayern, Mineiro slotted directly in semifinals

South American champions Atletico Mineiro from Brazil and European champions Bayern Munich have directly been slotted in the semifinals of the FIFA Club World Cup which kicked off here Wednesday.

In the opening play-off match Wednesday, hosts Raja Casablanca beat Oceania champions Auckland City 2-1, reports Xinhua

Quarter-finals:

Casablanca vs. Monterrey (North and Central America)

Guangzhou Evergrande (Asia) vs. Al Ahly (Africa)

Semi-finals:

Casablanca/Monterrey vs. Atletico Mineiro (South America)

Guangzhou/Ahly vs. Bayern Munich (Europe)