2025 FIFA Club World Cup: Groups Announced, Teams Set to Battle for Global Glory

The much-anticipated 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is set to kick off in the United States from June 15 to July 13, marking the first edition under the expanded 32-team format. With an array of global giants vying for supremacy, the group stage draw has delivered some exciting matchups across eight groups.

Below is a detailed breakdown of the groups and participating teams:

Group A

Palmeiras (CONMEBOL)
Porto (UEFA)
Al Ahly (CAF)
Inter Miami (CONCACAF)

Group B

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) (UEFA)
Atlético Madrid (UEFA)
Botafogo (CONMEBOL)
Seattle Sounders (CONCACAF)

Group C

Bayern Munich (UEFA)
Benfica (UEFA)
Boca Juniors (CONMEBOL)
Auckland City (OFC)

Group D

Flamengo (CONMEBOL)
Chelsea (UEFA)
Club León (CONCACAF)
Espérance de Tunis (CAF)

Group E

River Plate (CONMEBOL)
Inter Milan (UEFA)
Monterrey (CONCACAF)
Urawa Red Diamonds (AFC)

Group F

Fluminense (CONMEBOL)
Borussia Dortmund (UEFA)
Ulsan Hyundai (AFC)
Mamelodi Sundowns (CAF)

Group G

Manchester City (UEFA)
Juventus (UEFA)
Wydad Casablanca (CAF)
Al Ain (AFC)

Group H

Real Madrid (UEFA)
RB Salzburg (UEFA)
Al Hilal (AFC)
Pachuca (CONCACAF)

Tournament Format

This year’s competition represents a seismic shift in the FIFA Club World Cup, expanding from the traditional seven-team setup to a full-fledged 32-team tournament. The field includes winners of previous continental championships and some of the most consistent performers from around the world, promising a feast of football.

The top two teams from each group will advance to the knockout stages, culminating in a final showdown to crown the world’s best club team.

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With heavyweights such as Manchester City, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich in the mix, the battle for the trophy promises to be fierce. However, clubs like Flamengo, River Plate, and PSG are equally determined to stake their claim on the global stage.

Additionally, the tournament offers rising teams like Inter Miami and Seattle Sounders the chance to showcase their potential against elite competition.

Who Will Lift the Trophy?

While predicting a winner is challenging in a tournament of this magnitude, clubs with deep squads and recent continental success, such as Manchester City and Real Madrid, appear poised for strong campaigns. Yet, dark horses like Fluminense, Boca Juniors, or even Al Hilal could surprise the giants.

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup promises to be a landmark event in football history, combining the thrill of global competition with the drama of knockout football. All eyes will be on the United States as the world’s best clubs battle for ultimate glory.