Francisco Quatrin

One of the tournament favorites, Atlético Madrid, has been eliminated from the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup after falling short in Group B. Despite finishing with six points, the Spanish side failed to secure the goal differential needed to advance. Their early exit comes as a major surprise, especially considering they were seen as strong contenders for the title under Diego Simeone.

Despite already qualifying for the Round of 16, City still has business to settle. They sit tied with Juventus at the top of Group G, both with six points. The final group-stage clash between them will determine who finishes first.

What was once considered a routine matchup has become a decisive battle. Inter Miami and Palmeiras will face off with both teams aiming to secure a spot in the Round of 16 at the FIFA Club World Cup. With strong performances in previous matches, this showdown now holds everything on the line.

After a shocking 2–1 win over Porto, Inter Miami heads into their final group match needing just a draw to advance to the knockout rounds. Even a loss could be enough if Porto fails to defeat Al Ahly.

Javier Mascherano emphasized the magnitude of the upcoming game against Palmeiras, calling it “possibly one of the most important matches in the history of our club.” He urged the team to embrace the moment and not be overwhelmed by the quality of the opponent, saying they’re fully prepared to compete.

Gustavo Cabral firmly denied using any racist insult toward Antonio Rüdiger during Real Madrid’s 3–1 win over Pachuca in the Club World Cup. The Argentine defender claimed he only said a common Argentine insult, “cagón de mierda,” and insisted there was no racist intent.

The second round of matches at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup wraps up this Sunday. Starting Monday, June 23, the final group games will determine which teams advance to the Round of 16. Given the close competition, multiple groups could see teams tied on points, making tiebreakers especially relevant.

The total prize money for the winning team could reach €116 million, just €31 million less than what PSG earned for winning the UEFA Champions League. That staggering figure is turning heads among clubs eager to get a slice of the pie.

After nearly three weeks out with a muscle injury, Jordi Alba made a brief return against Porto and is now expected to start against Palmeiras. His presence not only strengthens the backline but also rekindles his famous connection with Lionel Messi — a key asset in high-stakes matches.

At the 35th minute, Jude Bellingham opened the scoring for Real Madrid with a brilliant solo play and a precise low finish, giving Los Blancos the lead against Pachuca.

Manchester City is set to face Al Ain this Monday in Atlanta for their second group stage match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. Haaland is expected to start and lead the team’s attack as they aim to secure a spot in the knockout stage.

With Mbappé sidelined and Endrick not fully fit, 20-year-old Gonzalo García will once again lead the line for Madrid. After scoring and earning MVP honors in the opener against Al Hilal, García is quickly becoming one of the breakout stars of the tournament. His powerful run and composed finish showcased the qualities Xabi Alonso admires most.

Pochettino's USMNT heads into the Haiti match with confidence after back-to-back wins, including a dominant 5-0 performance over Trinidad and Tobago and a narrow 1-0 victory against Saudi Arabia. With six points in the bag, the U.S. has already secured its spot in the quarterfinals of the 2025 Gold Cup.

Real Madrid returns to action this Sunday, June 22, against Pachuca at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC. After drawing 1-1 with Al Hilal in Xabi Alonso’s coaching debut, the Spanish giants are looking to secure their first victory of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.

Paris Saint-Germain faces a do-or-die final match in Group B after a shocking 1–0 loss to Botafogo. With just three points, the Champions League winners must now beat Seattle Sounders to secure a place in the next round of the Club World Cup. Anything less could spell early elimination for Luis Enrique’s team.