A heavily rotated Bayern Munich endured a difficult game in challenging conditions against Benfica, and despite a strong fight back in the second half, would ultimately succumb to a 1-0 defeat. This is the first time Die Rekordmeister have ever lost against the Portuguese side.

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany has defended his rotation scheme in the 1-0 defeat against Benfica and insisted it doesn't make a difference who they now face in the knock-out stages of the Club World Cup.

Welcome to another edition of The Athletic ’s Club World Cup daily power rankings — our look at who’s hot, who’s not, and how the struggle for global club supremacy is shaking out. Share your comments below and don’t be shy to disagree. We’ll run the rankings up to before the semifinals.