FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Full List of Teams Qualified for Round of 16

As the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 transitions from the group stage to the knockout rounds, the tournament is entering its most thrilling phase.

From June 28 to July 1, the Round of 16 will see the top two teams from each of the eight groups of four battle it out, each aiming to keep their championship hopes alive.

The winners will advance to the quarterfinals, scheduled for July 4 and 5, followed by the semi-finals on July 8 and 9. The competition will reach its dramatic climax on July 13, when the final takes place in East Rutherford, New Jersey, and the new Club World Champion is crowned.

After promising starts from several European powerhouses, the expanded FIFA Club World Cup 2025 took an unexpectedly entertaining turn during the group stage, delivering surprising results and intense matchups that have set the stage for a thrilling conclusion.

Paris Saint-Germain, fresh off their UEFA Champions League triumph, opened their FIFA Club World Cup 2025 campaign with a commanding 4-0 win over Atlético Madrid in Pasadena. However, their momentum was short-lived as Luis Enrique’s side suffered a surprising 1-0 defeat to Copa Libertadores champions Botafogo in a thrilling contest at the Rose Bowl.

Brazilian clubs continued to make their mark, with Flamengo staging a remarkable comeback to defeat Chelsea 3-1 in Philadelphia. Meanwhile, Real Madrid — 15-time European champions — were held to a 1-1 draw by Al Hilal of the Saudi Pro League, though they rebounded with a solid 3-1 victory over Pachuca.

The group stage is still ongoing, and more twists are expected. Real Madrid, one of Europe’s top contenders, will learn their knockout fate in the final round of the group matches.

In the United States, Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami stunned Portuguese giants Porto and are now poised to secure their spot in the Round of 16, riding a wave of confidence.

What Does This Mean for Qualification?

The results so far suggest a potential power shift in global club football, with South American and Middle Eastern teams proving strong against traditional European heavyweights. As the group stage wraps up, the following teams have sealed their places in the Round of 16:

• Bayern Munich (Germany)
• CR Flamengo (Brazil)
• Juventus (Italy)
• Manchester City (England)
• Botafogo (Brazil)
• Paris Saint-Germain (France)
• Palmeiras (Brazil)
• Inter Miami (USA)
• Benfica (Portugal)
• Chelsea (England)

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