Football fans across the world are set for an exciting global showdown as the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup officially kicks off Sunday, June 15, with Matchday 1 ushering in a new era for the tournament.
This year’s edition is historic — the Club World Cup has expanded to 32 teams, following a World Cup-style format with group stages and knockout rounds. Expect five intense days of top-class football action featuring continental champions and global giants.
Big names like Real Madrid, Chelsea, Bayern Munich, Palmeiras, and Inter Miami (led by Lionel Messi) are all set to thrill fans. Highlights include Inter Miami vs Al Ahly, a transatlantic battle, and a massive European clash as PSG face Atlético Madrid.
Here’s the complete schedule for Matchday 1 and all kick-off times:
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Sunday, June 15
• Al Ahly vs Inter Miami – 12:30
• Bayern Munich vs Auckland City – 17:00
• PSG vs Atlético Madrid – 20:00
• Palmeiras vs Porto – 23:00
Monday, June 16
• Botafogo vs Seattle Sounders – 03:00
• Chelsea vs LAFC – 20:00
• Boca Juniors vs Benfica – 23:00
Tuesday, June 17
• Flamengo vs ES Tunis – 02:00
• Fluminense vs Borussia Dortmund – 17:00
• River Plate vs Urawa Reds – 20:00
• Ulsan Hyundai vs Mamelodi Sundowns – 23:00
Wednesday, June 18
• Monterrey vs Inter Milan – 02:00
• Manchester City vs Wydad AC – 17:00
• Real Madrid vs Al-Hilal – 20:00
• Pachuca vs RB Salzburg – 23:00
Thursday, June 19
• Al Ain vs Juventus – 02:00
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From South American powerhouses like Flamengo and River Plate to European elites such as Manchester City and Real Madrid, this year’s tournament promises world-class entertainment and fierce competition.
Brace yourselves — the road to the world title begins now!
