Manchester City seized the lead against Fluminense in the FIFA Club World Cup final on Friday in just 40 seconds.

After Fluminense goalie Fabio tipped a long-range shot from Nathan Ake into the post, Julian Alvarez improvised in the center of the penalty area and scored with his chest.

Alvarez’s unique finish enabled him to set a new Club World Cup record for the earliest goal in a final.

Prior to Friday, that record was held by Dante, a Brazilian defender who scored for Bayern Munich six minutes and 21 seconds into the 2013 final against Raja Casablanca.

Julian Alvarez is seen celebrating after scoring for Manchester City against Fluminense 40 seconds into the 2023 FIFA Club World Cup final.

Fluminense was defeated 4-0 by City.

In the 27th minute, Nino’s own goal increased City’s lead.

Phil Foden then put the game out of reach in the second half, before Alvarez scored again late on to seal the victory.