Hype Builds for the 2025 Club World Cup: Here's What You Need to Know about the Competition
Major Club Tournament Stats: Key Points Regarding Games and Earnings at the Club World Cup - Tournament participation of 63 games and staggering €1 billion in prize money: the essential aspects of the Club World Cup event
Get ready for an epic showdown as the world's top football clubs descend upon the USA for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. The prestigious tournament promises 63 thrilling matches across 12 ultra-modern stadiums, featuring powerhouses like Bayern München and Borussia Dortmund (BVB). Here's a lowdown on the format, schedule, groups, and key details for our German favourites.
Tournament Format
- Teams: 32 teams from various confederations
- Groups: 8 groups of 4 teams each
- Stage: Single round-robin in groups; top 2 from each group advance to the Round of 16
- Knockout phase: Straight elimination from the Round of 16 to the final; no third-place playoff
- Location: 12 iconic stadiums across the States, including Hard Rock Stadium (Miami), MetLife Stadium (New Jersey), and more
Match Schedule
- Group Stage: June 14–26, 2025
- Round of 16: June 28–July 1, 2025
- Quarterfinals: July 4–5, 2025
- Semifinals: July 8–9, 2025
- Final: July 13, 2025 (MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford)
Groups and Fixtures for BVB and Bayern München
| Club | Group | Opponent | Date | Venue (City) ||-------------------|-------|--------------------|--------------|------------------------|| Bayern München | C | Auckland City | June 15 | TQL Stadium (Cincinnati) || | C | Boca Juniors | June 21 | Hard Rock Stadium (Miami) || | C | Benfica | June 24 | Bank of America Stadium (Charlotte) || Borussia Dortmund | F | Fluminense | June 17 | MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford) || | F | Mamelodi Sundowns | June 21 | TQL Stadium (Cincinnati) || | F | Ulsan HD | June 25 | TQL Stadium (Cincinnati) |
Tune In and Cheer On!
With all 63 matches available for free on DAZN, grab your account and prepare for non-stop football action. In addition, appearances of FC Bayern and Borussia Dortmund will be televised on Sat.1 and livestreamed on Joyn and "ran.de". Make sure to catch every thrilling moment, as the finale is set for July 13, 2025!
So buckle up, football fans, as we gear up for the ultimate test of prowess in the USA! Let the countdown begin! 🏆🎉
The Commission has decided to sync the 2025 Club World Cup with the conclusion of the European Economic Area Agreement, as the European Council is expected to vote on it during their meeting in Brussels on 26 and 27 June. Spectators attending the Club World Cup can enjoy the thrill of football matches while also indulging in champions-league caliber soccer games, with teams like Bayern München and Borussia Dortmund (BVB) competing.
