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Excitement Builds as FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Launches in the USA

Soccer enthusiasts around the globe are gearing up for an unprecedented showcase of talent as the **FIFA Club World Cup 2025** kicks off this Sunday in the United States. This year marks a significant evolution in the tournament’s structure, exciting fans and analysts alike.

Overview of the Expanded Tournament Format

This 21st edition of the **Club World Cup** will feature 32 teams battling it out in a total of 63 matches over 29 thrilling days, culminating in a grand finale on July 15. In contrast to previous editions, which typically involved six to eight teams, this expanded format promises a greater variety of matchups and narratives.

The Draw: An Intricate Web of Competition

The fresh tournament format sees these 32 clubs divided into eight groups, each containing four competitive squads. This porous lineup creates more pathways for unexpected upsets and memorable moments.

Global Representation: Teams From Around the World

Of the 32 teams participating, 12 hail from UEFA (the European Football Association), six from CONMEBOL (the South American Football Confederation), and one from the OFC (the Oceania Football Confederation). Furthermore, each of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), the Confederation of African Football (CAF), and the Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football (CONCACAF) is represented by four teams, while an additional spot is reserved for a champion from the host nation.

Champions of Europe Lead the Charge

The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 showcases the winners of the premier continental club competitions from 2021 through 2024. For clubs that secured their titles more than once during this window, the next highest-ranked team from their respective confederation claimed the additional spot. This is exemplified by Real Madrid, who notably clinched the UEFA Champions League on two occasions during this span.

Host Nation’s Pride: Inter Miami’s Remarkable Journey

Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami earned the coveted extra spot for a club from the host country, largely due to their astonishing 2024 campaign. Inter Miami set a new all-time MLS record for points in a single season, resulting in them claiming the Supporters’ Shield and earning their place in this elite competition.

Ranking System: A Fair Play Acumen

The selection of remaining teams was based on rankings accumulated over the last four years. UEFA relied on its specific club coefficient system, while other confederations utilized FIFA’s four-year point system, which offers three points for a win and one for a draw, with bonuses for advancing through tournament rounds.

Brazil’s Dominance Recognized

Notably, a maximum of only two clubs from a single country are permitted to participate, with the exception of Brazil, which boasts four representatives. This unique arrangement acknowledges the unparalleled success of Brazilian clubs in the CONMEBOL Libertadores—South America’s most prestigious club tournament—over the last four editions.

A Knockout Stage Like No Other

Each team will compete against the other three in their respective groups, with the top two advancing to the knockout phase. The tournament will transition into pre-quarterfinals, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and ultimately the final, sharpening the competitive edge as the stakes rise.

Reflecting on the 2023 Edition

The previous edition of the FIFA Club World Cup, conducted in 2023, witnessed English powerhouse Manchester City triumph over their rivals. Real Madrid remains the tournament’s most accomplished team, having secured victory five times throughout its history.

Groupings for FIFA Club World Cup 2025

Group A: Al Ahly (Egypt), Porto (Portugal), Palmeiras (Brazil), Inter Miami (USA)
Group B: Paris Saint-Germain (France), Atlético Madrid (Spain), Botafogo (Brazil), Seattle Sounders (USA)
Group C: Bayern Munich (Germany), Auckland City (New Zealand), Boca Juniors (Argentina), Benfica (Portugal)
Group D: Flamengo (Brazil), Espérance Sportive de Tunis (Tunisia), Chelsea (England), LAFC (USA)
Group E: River Plate (Argentina), Urawa Red Diamonds (Japan), Monterrey (Mexico), Inter Milan (Italy)
Group F: Fluminense (Brazil), Borussia Dortmund (Germany), Ulsan HD (South Korea), Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa)
Group G: Manchester City (England), Wydad AC (Morocco), Al Ain (UAE), Juventus (Italy)
Group H: Real Madrid (Spain), Al-Hilal (Saudi Arabia), Pachuca (Mexico), Red Bull Salzburg (Austria)

Venues: The Heart of American Soccer

Fans can expect exhilarating matches hosted across prestigious venues, including:

Hard Rock Stadium (Miami)
MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford)
Lumen Field (Seattle)
Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta)
Bank of America Stadium (Charlotte, North Carolina)
TQL Stadium (Cincinnati)
Rose Bowl Stadium (Los Angeles)
GEODIS Park (Nashville, Tennessee)
Camping World Stadium (Orlando, Florida)
Inter&Co Stadium (Orlando)
Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia)
Audi Field (Washington, D.C.)

FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Match Schedule

All times listed are in Indian Standard Time (IST)

Group Stage Matches

Sunday, June 15

Group A: Al Ahly vs Inter Miami – 5:30 AM
Group C: Bayern Munich vs Auckland City – 9:30 PM

Monday, June 16

Group B: Paris Saint-Germain vs Atlético Madrid – 12:30 AM
Group A: Palmeiras vs Porto – 3:30 AM
Group B: Botafogo vs Seattle Sounders – 7:30 AM

Tuesday, June 17

Group D: Chelsea vs LAFC – 12:30 AM
Group C: Boca Juniors vs Benfica – 3:30 AM
Group D: Flamengo vs Espérance Sportive de Tunis – 6:30 AM
Group F: Fluminense vs Borussia Dortmund – 9:30 PM

Wednesday, June 18

Group E: River Plate vs Urawa Red Diamonds – 12:30 AM
Group F: Ulsan HD vs Mamelodi Sundowns – 3:30 AM
Group E: Monterrey vs Inter Milan – 6:30 AM
Group G: Manchester City vs Wydad AC – 9:30 PM

Thursday, June 19

Group H: Real Madrid vs Al-Hilal – 12:30 AM
Group H: Pachuca vs Red Bull Salzburg – 3:30 AM
Group G: Al Ain vs Juventus – 6:30 AM
Group A: Palmeiras vs Al Ahly – Time TBA

Friday, June 20

Group A: Inter Miami vs Porto – 12:30 AM
Group B: Seattle Sounders vs Atlético Madrid – 3:30 AM
Group B: Paris Saint-Germain vs Botafogo – 6:30 AM
Group C: Benfica vs Auckland City – 9:30 PM
Group D: Flamengo vs Chelsea – 11:30 PM

Saturday, June 21

Group D: LAFC vs Espérance Sportive de Tunis – 3:30 AM
Group C: Bayern Munich vs Boca Juniors – 6:30 AM
Group F: Mamelodi Sundowns vs Borussia Dortmund – 9:30 PM

Sunday, June 22

Group E: Inter Milan vs Urawa Red Diamonds – 12:30 AM
Group F: Fluminense vs Ulsan HD – 3:30 AM
Group E: River Plate vs Monterrey – 6:30 AM
Group G: Juventus vs Wydad AC – 9:30 PM

Monday, June 23

Group H: Real Madrid vs Pachuca – 12:30 AM
Group H: Red Bull Salzburg vs Al-Hilal – 3:30 AM
Group G: Manchester City vs Al Ain – 6:30 AM

Tuesday, June 24

Group B: Seattle Sounders vs Paris Saint-Germain – 12:30 AM
Group B: Atlético Madrid vs Botafogo – 12:30 AM
Group A: Inter Miami vs Palmeiras – 6:30 AM
Group A: Porto vs Al Ahly – 6:30 AM

Wednesday, June 25

Group C: Auckland City vs Boca Juniors – 12:30 AM
Group C: Benfica vs Bayern Munich – 12:30 AM
Group D: LAFC vs Flamengo – 6:30 AM
Group D: Espérance Sportive de Tunis vs Chelsea – 6:30 AM

Thursday, June 26

Group F: Borussia Dortmund vs Ulsan HD – 12:30 AM
Group F: Mamelodi Sundowns vs Fluminense – 12:30 AM
Group E: Inter Milan vs River Plate – 6:30 AM
Group E: Urawa Red Diamonds vs Monterrey – 6:30 AM

Friday, June 27

Group G: Juventus vs Manchester City – 12:30 AM
Group G: Wydad AC vs Al Ain – 12:30 AM
Group H: Al-Hilal vs Pachuca – 6:30 AM
Group H: Red Bull Salzburg vs Real Madrid – 6:30 AM

Knockout Stage: The Path to Glory

Saturday, June 28

Winner of Group A vs Runner-up Group B – 9:30 PM

Sunday, June 29

Winner of Group C vs Runner-up Group D – 1:30 AM
Winner of Group E vs Runner-up Group F – 9:30 PM

Monday, June 30

Winner Group G vs Runner-up Group H – 1:30 AM

Tuesday, July 1

Winner Group B vs Runner-up Group A – 12:30 AM
Winner Group D vs Runner-up Group C – 6:30 AM

Wednesday, July 2

Winner Group F vs Runner-up Group E – 12:30 AM
Winner Group H vs Runner-up Group G – 6:30 AM

Saturday, July 5

Quarter-final 1 – 12:30 AM
Quarter-final 2 – 6:30 AM
Quarter-final 3 – 9:30 PM

Sunday, July 6

Quarter-final 4 – 1:30 AM

Final Takedown: July 14

Club World Cup Final – 12:30 AM

Where to Catch the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Live in India

For fans in India, live streaming of matches will be available on the FanCode app and website. The global audience can also enjoy all Club World Cup games streamed for free on DAZN. Select FIFA Club World Cup matches will be broadcast on Eurosport TV channels in India.