FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Round of 16 Fixtures and Potential Quarterfinal Matchups
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 has officially reached the knockout stage, with the Round of 16 set to kick off on Saturday, June 28. Following an intense and drama-filled group stage, sixteen of the world’s best club sides are now poised to battle it out for global supremacy in the newly expanded 32-team format.
As expected, European giants such as Real Madrid, Manchester City, PSG, and Borussia Dortmund have progressed, while surprises like Inter Miami and Botafogo have added flair to the mix. Notably, Atlético Madrid crashed out, while Major League Soccer’s hopes rest solely on Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami.
With eight Round of 16 matchups confirmed, fans can now map out the Club World Cup bracket, anticipating blockbuster showdowns in the quarterfinals and beyond.
FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16 Fixtures
Saturday, June 28
- Palmeiras (Brazil) vs Botafogo (Brazil) – 12 p.m. ET
- Benfica (Portugal) vs Chelsea (England) – 4 p.m. ET
Sunday, June 29
- Paris Saint-Germain (France) vs Inter Miami (USA) – 12 p.m. ET
- Flamengo (Brazil) vs Bayern Munich (Germany) – 4 p.m. ET
Monday, June 30
- Inter Milan (Italy) vs Fluminense (Brazil) – 3 p.m. ET
- Manchester City (England) vs Al Hilal (Saudi Arabia) – 9 p.m. ET
Tuesday, July 1
- Real Madrid (Spain) vs Juventus (Italy) – 3 p.m. ET
- Borussia Dortmund (Germany) vs Monterrey (Mexico) – 9 p.m. ET
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Club World Cup 2025 Bracket Overview
Left Side of the Bracket
- Inter Milan vs Fluminense
- Manchester City vs Al Hilal
- Palmeiras vs Botafogo
- Benfica vs Chelsea
Right Side of the Bracket
- Paris Saint-Germain vs Inter Miami
- Flamengo vs Bayern Munich
- Real Madrid vs Juventus
- Borussia Dortmund vs Monterrey
Related News: PSG beat Seattle Sounders 2-0 to reach Round of 16 at Club World Cup
Potential Club World Cup Quarterfinal Matchups
Left Bracket Quarterfinals
- Winner of Inter Milan / Fluminense vs Winner of Man City / Al Hilal
- Winner of Palmeiras / Botafogo vs Winner of Benfica / Chelsea
Right Bracket Quarterfinals
- Winner of PSG / Inter Miami vs Winner of Flamengo / Bayern
- Winner of Real Madrid / Juventus vs Winner of Dortmund / Monterrey
Knockout Round Schedule
Quarterfinals
- Friday, July 4: 3 p.m. ET & 9 p.m. ET
- Saturday, July 5: 3 p.m. ET & 9 p.m. ET
Semifinals
- Tuesday, July 8 – 3 p.m. ET
- Wednesday, July 9 – 3 p.m. ET
Final
- Sunday, July 13 – 3 p.m. ET
- Venue: MetLife Stadium, New Jersey
Biggest Storylines to Watch
Messi vs PSG – The Reunion
The blockbuster Round of 16 clash between Inter Miami and Paris Saint-Germain is being dubbed the “Messi Derby.” The Argentine legend faces his former side in a high-stakes knockout battle, with added drama as Luis Suárez, Jordi Alba, and Busquets also reunite with Luis Enrique, the coach who guided them to Champions League glory at Barcelona in 2015.
Flamengo vs Bayern – A Clash of Styles
South American flair meets German precision when Flamengo face Bayern Munich. This fixture promises end-to-end action, pitting two historic clubs in a true continental showdown.
Dortmund’s Redemption Arc
After escaping a tight Group F, Borussia Dortmund now look to go deep into the tournament. With a young, energetic side, they face Monterrey in what should be a fast-paced encounter.
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