Football fans across the globe are already circling their calendars as the Club World Cup 2025 schedule takes shape, promising a historic edition unlike any before. With FIFA expanding the tournament to include 32 of the world’s top clubs, anticipation is building for a summer showdown that will bring elite football action to the United States.
This revamped format introduces more matches, bigger names, and a tighter competition calendar. As excitement grows, here’s everything you need to know about the match dates and structure of the 2025 Club World Cup.
Here are the key details for the Group Stage of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, focusing on match fixtures and venues:
Group Stage Fixtures
The Group Stage runs from June 14 to June 26, with 32 clubs split into eight groups of four. Each team plays three single-round matches, and the top two from each group progress to the Round of 16.
Here’s a summary of each group:
- Group A – Palmeiras, Porto, Al Ahly, Inter Miami
- Group B – Paris Saint-Germain, Atlético Madrid, Botafogo, Seattle Sounders
- Group C – Bayern Munich, Auckland City, Boca Juniors, Benfica
- Group D – Flamengo, ES Tunis, Chelsea, LAFC
- Group E – River Plate, Urawa Red Diamonds, Monterrey, Inter Milan
- Group F – Fluminense, Borussia Dortmund, Ulsan Hyundai, Mamelodi Sundowns
- Group G – Manchester City, Wydad, Al Ain, Juventus
- Group H – Real Madrid, Al Hilal, Pachuca, FC Salzburg.
Group Stage Venues and Schedule
Matches are hosted across 12 U.S. stadiums in 11 cities. Notable venues include:
- Hard Rock Stadium (Miami) – hosts opening match (June 14: Al Ahly vs Inter Miami).
- MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford, NJ) – group matches, plus the Round of 16 and Semifinals.
- Rose Bowl (Pasadena, CA) – iconic site for multiple group matches.
- Lumen Field (Seattle) – hosts all Group B games.
Other venues include Mercedes‑Benz Stadium (Atlanta), Bank of America Stadium (Charlotte), TQL Stadium (Cincinnati), GEODIS Park (Nashville), Camping World and Inter&Co Stadiums (Orlando), Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia), and Audi Field (Washington, DC).
Group Stage Schedule Highlights
- Opening Day (June 14) kicks off with Al Ahly vs Inter Miami at 8 p.m. ET in Miami.
- Matches continue daily through June 26, spread over multiple cities—typically two or three matches per city each day
- All matches take place in major stadiums, mixing traditional venues like the Rose Bowl with newer venues like GEODIS Park and Inter&Co Stadium.
Knockout Stage Schedule
Here’s an overview of the Club World Cup 2025 Knockout Stage, with schedule details and venue assignments:
Round of 16 (June 28 – July 1, 2025)
The first knockout round begins June 28, featuring the top two clubs from each group. Matches conclude by July 1. Games are spread across key U.S. venues: Mercedes‑Benz Stadium (Atlanta), Bank of America Stadium (Charlotte), and TQL Stadium (Cincinnati), among others. These sites host 16 matches, filtering the field from 16 to 8 clubs.
Quarterfinals (July 4 – July 5, 2025)
The quarterfinals kick off July 4 and run through July 5. Eight clubs compete in single-elimination matches hosted in larger stadiums like MetLife, Rose Bowl, and Hard Rock. Anticipation builds as winners advance to the high-stakes semifinals .
Semifinals (July 8 – July 9, 2025)
Semifinal matches unfold July 8 and 9. These include the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, planned venues in Miami, Seattle, and Atlanta. These games will decide which clubs make it through to the final showdown.
Grand Final (July 13, 2025)
The tournament concludes with the final on July 13 at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ—where football fans gather for the deciding match of this expanded edition.
Key Dates to Remember
- June 14, 2025 – Opening Match
The tournament kicks off with the host club or a high-profile clash featuring one of the top seeds. Likely venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta. - June 28 – July 1, 2025 – Round of 16
A pivotal stage where top clubs begin their knockout campaigns. Expect major showdowns across cities like Charlotte, Cincinnati, and Philadelphia. - July 4 – 5, 2025 – Quarterfinal Highlights
Watch for matchups featuring European giants, South American powerhouses, and upstart qualifiers. Venues will include Hard Rock Stadium and the Rose Bowl. - July 8 – 9, 2025 – Semifinals
Key title contenders clash in matches likely hosted at Lumen Field, Mercedes-Benz, and MetLife stadiums. - July 13, 2025 – Grand Final at MetLife Stadium
The most anticipated match of the tournament. Scheduled to draw a massive international audience and packed stadium.
Travel and Rest Days
- June 22 & June 26 – Rest days for teams between final group matches and Round of 16.
- July 2 – July 3 – Buffer before the quarterfinals.
- July 6 – 7 – Designated for recovery and travel before semifinals.
- July 10 – 12 – Rest period ahead of the final. Teams will likely relocate to New Jersey during this window.
Viewing Information
Broadcast Partners
- FOX Sports (TV)
- Tubi (free streaming)
- BBC iPlayer
- Sky Sports
- TelevisaUnivision
- DirecTV Sports
- SuperSport
- Sony Sports Network (India)
- DAZN (Japan)
Time Zones and Kickoff Times
- Most matches will kick off between 1:00 PM and 9:00 PM ET, depending on venue.
- West Coast games (like those in Seattle or LA) will align with Pacific Time: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM PT.
Viewers in Europe should expect evening or late-night viewing windows (7:00 PM to 3:00 AM CET).
