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2025 Club World Cup Round of 16 Preview
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Round of 16 is packed with exciting matchups that football fans can’t wait to see. Stars like Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, and clubs such as Real Madrid, Manchester City, and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) are set to light up the competition. The matches will be hosted in major U.S. cities like Atlanta, Miami, and Philadelphia.
Messi to Face Former Club PSG in Atlanta
One of the most talked-about matches is Inter Miami vs Paris Saint-Germain. This game marks Messi’s return to face his old club. Scheduled for Sunday, June 29 in Atlanta, this emotional match follows Inter Miami’s group-stage win over Porto. Though they lost to Palmeiras, they secured a second-place finish.
PSG, who just celebrated their first UEFA Champions League title, are favorites, but surprises happen. Messi’s presence will make this a must-watch clash.
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Real Madrid vs Juventus: Classic European Rivals Meet Again
Real Madrid will meet Juventus in a classic battle on Tuesday, July 1, in Miami. These teams have faced each other many times, including in UEFA finals, with Madrid often coming out on top.
Madrid’s new coach Xabi Alonso is building a strong team and hopes that Mbappé, who missed the group stage due to illness, will return in time for this big match.
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Manchester City in Top Form to Play Al Hilal
Manchester City is the team to beat. They dominated the group stage, winning all three matches. In their last two games, they scored 11 goals, including a 5-2 win over Juventus.
Their next opponent is Al Hilal from Saudi Arabia, the 2021 Asian champions. This match will be played on Monday, June 30, in Orlando. With City’s current form, they look set to go far.
Check out Man City’s recent performances
Other Round of 16 Matches to Watch
- Palmeiras vs Botafogo – All-Brazilian match in Philadelphia on June 28. Botafogo has won past meetings and beat PSG in the group stage.
- Benfica vs Chelsea – A strong battle in Charlotte on June 28. Chelsea wants to make a deep run in the tournament.
- Flamengo vs Bayern Munich – A big clash in Miami on June 29. Two big teams meet again.
- Inter Milan vs Fluminense – Match set for Charlotte on June 30.
- Borussia Dortmund vs Monterrey – Will happen on July 1 in Atlanta. Dortmund is happy to play in an indoor stadium.
Why This Tournament Matters
This Club World Cup is different. With more top clubs and international matchups, it’s becoming one of the biggest tournaments in football. Fans can watch their favorite stars compete on a global stage.
Teams like Inter Miami, Benfica, and Flamengo get the chance to prove themselves against European powerhouses.
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Round of 16 promises drama, great football, and unforgettable moments. Whether it's Messi vs PSG, Real vs Juventus, or Chelsea vs Benfica, fans are in for a treat.
Don’t miss these thrilling games as the world’s best clubs fight for the title.
Credit: Reporting adapted from Al Jazeera and Kevin Hand
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