The group stage of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is complete, with 16 teams now confirmed for the knockout phase of the revamped tournament. While the early stages were marked by low attendance and ongoing debates about the congested global football calendar, the competition is expected to gain momentum as high-profile matchups light up the bracket.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!With European giants like Real Madrid, Manchester City, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain all advancing, the stage is set for a thrilling Round of 16. As the tournament unfolds in the United States, seen as a precursor to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, fan interest is expected to rise, especially with matches like PSG vs Inter Miami, where Lionel Messi will take on his former club.
Here’s the full list of FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16 fixtures with Indian Standard Time (IST):Saturday, June 28Palmeiras vs Botafogo – 9:30 PMSunday, June 29Benfica vs Chelsea – 1:30 AMParis Saint-Germain vs Inter Miami – 9:30 PMMonday, June 30Flamengo vs Bayern Munich – 1:30 AMTuesday, July 1Inter Milan vs Fluminense – 12:30 AMManchester City vs Al Hilal – 6:30 AMWednesday, July 2Real Madrid vs Juventus – 12:30 AMBorussia Dortmund vs Monterrey – 6:30 AMThe Round of 16 will conclude on Wednesday, July 2, with the quarterfinals kicking off on July 5.
