The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup has officially entered the knockout stage, with six Round of 16 fixtures confirmed, setting the stage for a thrilling series of encounters among top football clubs from around the world.
Italian champions Inter Milan topped Group E after a 2-0 victory over River Plate, who finished with 10 men. Goals from Francesco Pio Esposito and Alessandro Bastoni ensured Inter’s place in the last 16, where they will now face Brazilian side Fluminense.
Mexican club Monterrey, who finished second in the same group, will face German Bundesliga outfit Borussia Dortmund. Both teams are aiming for a spot in the quarter-finals and will be looking to demonstrate their strength on the global stage.
In another eagerly anticipated clash, Portuguese giants Benfica are set to face Premier League side Chelsea on Saturday. The tie promises to be tightly contested, with both sides hoping to advance deep into the competition.
An all-Brazilian match-up will see Palmeiras take on Botafogo in a fixture filled with local rivalry and national pride. The encounter is expected to deliver high tension and passionate football.
One of the most talked-about ties will see Paris Saint-Germain go up against Inter Miami on Sunday, in what many are calling the “Lionel Messi Derby.” The game will see Messi’s current club, Inter Miami, face off against the team where he cemented his legendary status, PSG.
Also on Sunday, Flamengo will battle German champions Bayern Munich in a heavyweight clash that pits South American flair against European power.
Two final fixtures in the Round of 16 are yet to be confirmed as the group stage draws to a close. The final group standings will determine the remaining match-ups.
This year’s edition marks the first time the FIFA Club World Cup features a 32-team format, with 16 teams progressing to the knockout stage, under the new system introduced by FIFA. Football fans worldwide eagerly await the continuation of the tournament, which promises more excitement and high-stakes drama.
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