The quarter-finals of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 are just around the corner, and the tension is palpable after a series of surprising results in the Round of 16. Major clubs like Manchester United and Internazionale have already been knocked out, opening the door for new favorites and unexpected contenders. Eight teams from three continents now battle for the coveted trophy. Read all about the four matches that will decide who advances to the semi-finals.
Fluminense – Al Hilal
The first quarter-final takes place on Friday, July 4 at 7:00 PM (local time) at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida. For viewers in Belgium, that means the match starts at 9:00 PM.
Fluminense is one of Brazil’s oldest football clubs and, together with Palmeiras, represents South American passion in the tournament. The club secured a convincing 2-0 win over Italian giant and UEFA Champions League finalist Internazionale in the Round of 16. Alongside Palmeiras, the Brazilian clubs are considered dark horses for success this year, especially if they can once again surprise against teams that are stronger on paper.
Their opponent, Al Hilal, a Saudi football powerhouse, achieved a sensational 4-3 victory after extra time against reigning champion Manchester City in the Round of 16 — considered one of the biggest upsets in the tournament’s history. After this win, Al Hilal appears to be the strongest non-European team.
Palmeiras – Chelsea
This quarter-final will be played in the night between Friday, July 4 and Saturday, July 5, at 1:00 AM local time at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. That’s 3:00 AM in Belgium.
Palmeiras is the second Brazilian club to reach the quarter-finals. They defeated fellow Brazilian side Botafogo in a heated Round of 16 match and are known for their strong defensive setups in this tournament. Like Fluminense, they are an outsider for the title.
Chelsea last won the Club World Cup in 2021, and their chances have increased due to the surprising eliminations in the Round of 16. Initially, their odds of winning the title were slim, but now they’re one of the favorites again. Their path to the final has become more manageable. The club will be all in, especially since they are eager to move past a disappointing Premier League season. Ending the tournament with a trophy would be the perfect remedy.
Paris Saint-Germain – Bayern Munich
This clash, perhaps the biggest of the quarter-finals, will be played on Saturday, July 5 at 4:00 PM local time at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. In Belgium, the match kicks off at 6:00 PM.
Paris Saint-Germain won the Champions League and entered the Round of 16 as the top favorite for the world title. If they can beat Bayern Munich, they may reclaim that status — but first they must get past the Rekordmeister. PSG’s path is far from easy, as they would need to defeat Bayern and then either Borussia Dortmund or Real Madrid.
But Bayern Munich won’t be easily dismissed. The German giant is currently the highest-scoring team in the tournament, with 16 goals in four matches. Bayern is therefore also one of the main contenders for the title. This match promises to be thrilling, as these two European powerhouses will give everything to take control.
Real Madrid – Borussia Dortmund
The final quarter-final takes place on Saturday, July 5 at 8:00 PM local time at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey — the largest stadium of the tournament and also the venue for the 2026 World Cup Final. In Belgium, you can watch this match live from 10:00 PM.
Real Madrid is the undisputed king of the Club World Cup, with five titles to their name. They reached the quarter-finals after a narrow 1-0 win over Juventus in the Round of 16, with a goal by Gonzalo Garcia. The return of star player Kylian Mbappé is expected to give them an extra push in this tough encounter.
Borussia Dortmund, meanwhile, consistently ranks among Europe’s elite clubs. They secured the final quarter-final spot by defeating Monterrey, led by a strong performance from striker Serhou Guirassy. Dortmund has the potential to surprise, which could expose weaknesses in the Spanish defense. The winner of this match will face the winner of PSG vs. Bayern.
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