European Giants Dominate as 16 Teams Battle For FIFA Club World Cup Glory
The FIFA Club World Cup has officially moved on to the knockout stage, with 16 teams vying for the coveted trophy. After a thrilling group stage, major European sides dominated the qualifications, although some Liga MX and South American teams pulled off impressive upsets.
Real Madrid, Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain are perceived favorites to go home with the trophy as we begin the knockout stages.
Confirmed matchups for the next stage of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup:-
Saturday, June 28
* Palmeiras vs. Botafogo
* Benfica vs. Chelsea
Sunday, June 29
* Paris Saint-Germain vs. Inter Miami
* Flamengo vs. Bayern Munich
Monday, June 30
* Inter vs. Fluminense
* Manchester City vs. Al Hilal
Tuesday, July 1
* Real Madrid vs. Juventus
* Borussia Dortmund vs. Monterrey
The knockout stage promises to deliver exciting matches, with the quarterfinals set to begin on July 4. The tournament will conclude with the final match on July 13 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ.
Of the knockout games, PSG's match with Inter Miami should take center stage given that Lionel Messi will be facing off against his old team. As far as Champions League-esque matches, Real Madrid vs. Juventus will have that big match feel as well.
Flamengo vs. Bayern Munich will be another tough encounter given both teams' performances in the group stage.
The round of 16 will conclude Tuesday, July 1 with the quarterfinals beginning on July 4.
