2025 Club World Cup Unveils Complete Tournament Bracket and Match Schedule

Doubts emerge regarding FIFA's restructured Club World Cup as the tournament approaches its midpoint.

High temperatures across the United States have created challenging physical conditions for all 32 participating teams. Playing surfaces have faced criticism just one year before the actual World Cup, while inconsistent attendance figures indicate that Gianni Infantino's vision hasn't fully met the expectations set by the FIFA chief.

The tournament may not have been a complete triumph, but it certainly hasn't been a failure either. The reality falls somewhere between these extremes.

Although European supremacy was anticipated, South American clubs have dominated the spotlight thus far, with Brazil particularly well-positioned for the knockout rounds. As the group stage nears completion, there's potential for both the competition and northeastern weather to intensify over the coming fortnight.

Below is the complete 2025 Club World Cup knockout stage draw.

Which Teams Have Secured Their Place in the 2025 Club World Cup Knockout Phase?

Copa Libertadores champions Botafogo delivered the tournament's biggest surprise by defeating UEFA Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain on the second matchday. Renato Paiva's squad maintained their defensive excellence against Atlético Madrid, who eventually penetrated Botafogo's defense, but their narrow 1–0 win wasn't sufficient to eliminate the Brazilian side from round of 16 contention.

This loss ensured Botafogo's qualification as group runners-up, while PSG claimed the top position in Group B.

Concerns existed that star-studded Inter Miami might struggle in this summer's competition, but the veterans have risen to the occasion. Their perfect record has secured passage to the round of 16, though Palmeiras' late surge on the final matchday allowed them to overtake the Herons for first place and avoid facing European champions in the subsequent round. Group favorites Porto have been eliminated.

Flamengo confirmed their Group D leadership after victories in their first two matches, leading a group where Chelsea managed to advance in second position. Despite Bayern Munich recording the competition's most decisive victory, they suffered a shocking 1–0 defeat to Benfica, finishing second to the Portuguese club in Group C.

Both Juventus and Manchester City secured knockout qualification with one group match remaining.

Complete Club World Cup Tournament Bracket

Round of 16

Quarterfinals

Semifinals

Final