Club World Cup 2025: Road to Glory Unfolds with Thrilling Quarter-Final Clashes

The Club World Cup 2025 quarter-finals are set, featuring top teams like Chelsea, PSG, and Manchester City. Discover the path to the final and key matchups.

The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 has reached its most exciting phase, with the quarter-final matchups now confirmed. The tournament, which brings together the best clubs from around the globe, promises thrilling encounters as teams vie for the prestigious title.

Key Quarter-Final Matches

  • Chelsea vs Palmeiras: Scheduled for 5 July 2025 at 02:00 BST, this match will see Chelsea, one of England's top representatives, face off against Brazilian giants Palmeiras. Chelsea secured their spot with a dramatic extra-time victory over Benfica, a game delayed by adverse weather conditions.

  • PSG vs Bayern Munich: A repeat of the 2020 Champions League final, this clash is set for 5 July 2025 at 17:00 BST. Both teams, boasting star-studded lineups, will be looking to assert their dominance on the global stage.

  • Manchester City vs Al-Hilal: If Manchester City can overcome Saudi side Al-Hilal, they will face either Inter Milan or Fluminense in the next round. This match is scheduled for 1 July 2025 at 02:00 BST.

Potential Semi-Final Showdowns

Should both Manchester City and Chelsea advance, they will meet in a highly anticipated semi-final on 8 July 2025 at 20:00 BST. The other semi-final could see PSG or Bayern Munich take on Real Madrid, provided they navigate their respective challenges.

The Grand Finale

The Club World Cup 2025 final will take place on 13 July 2025 at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, starting at 20:00 BST. This iconic venue, which will also host the 2026 World Cup final, is set to witness the crowning of the world's best club team.

Tournament Schedule

  • Quarter-Finals:

    • 4 July: Inter Milan/Fluminense vs Man City/Al-Hilal (20:00 BST)
    • 5 July: Palmeiras vs Chelsea (02:00 BST)
    • 5 July: PSG vs Bayern Munich (17:00 BST)
    • 5 July: Real Madrid/Juventus vs Borussia Dortmund/Monterrey (21:00 BST)
  • Semi-Finals:

    • 8 July: Potential Manchester City vs Chelsea (20:00 BST)
    • 9 July: Potential PSG/Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid (20:00 BST)
  • Final:

    • 13 July: Club World Cup 2025 Final (20:00 BST)

Stay tuned for more updates and in-depth analysis as the Club World Cup 2025 unfolds, bringing the world's best football clubs together in a battle for supremacy.

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