Qualified Teams (by Group)
| Group | Winner | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|
| A | Palmeiras | Inter Miami CF |
| B | Paris Saint-Germain | Botafogo |
| C | Benfica | Bayern Munich |
| D | Flamengo | Chelsea |
| E | Inter Milan | Monterrey |
| F | Borussia Dortmund | Fluminense |
| G | Manchester City | Juventus |
| H | Real Madrid | Al-Hilal |
Total: 16 teams—a diverse mix from Europe, South America, North America, and Asia.
The Storylines to Watch
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European Powerhouses: Manchester City, Real Madrid, PSG, Bayern Munich, Inter Milan, Juventus, Benfica, Chelsea, and Dortmund bring elite experience and star quality.
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Brazilian Flair: Palmeiras, Flamengo, Botafogo, and Fluminense ensure strong South American representation.
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CONCACAF Presence: Inter Miami and Monterrey confirmed their knockout credentials, extending North America’s footprint.
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Asian Upset: Al-Hilal’s surprise qualification from Group H highlights growing competitiveness from AFC clubs.
Round of 16 Matchups Set
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Palmeiras vs Botafogo
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Benfica vs Chelsea
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PSG vs Inter Miami
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Flamengo vs Bayern Munich
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Inter Milan vs Fluminense
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Manchester City vs Al-Hilal
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Real Madrid vs Juventus
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Borussia Dortmund vs Monterrey
Why It Matters
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Brazil meets Europe – All four Brazilian teams face tough European opposition, setting the stage for dramatic intercontinental showdowns.
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Big-name faceoffs – High-stakes duels like PSG vs Inter Miami and Real Madrid vs Juventus promise global attention.
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Fresh narratives – Al-Hilal vs Manchester City is a classic David vs Goliath—can the Saudi side pull a shocker?
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Homegrown story – Inter Miami continue to ride the Lionel Messi wave—will home support translate into a landmark result?
Sixteen teams remain, but just eight will move on. With football giants, rising Brazilian clubs, up-and-coming US stars, and an inspired Al-Hilal in the mix, the Round of 16 promises riveting rivalries — a captivating knockout chapter in the 2025 Club World Cup’s global saga!
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