FIFA Club World Cup 2025: June 26 fixtures, timings, and how to watch live on TV and streaming for free
FIFA Club World Cup 2025
, hosted by the United States, enters a crucial phase as group fixtures near their conclusion. Four high-stakes matches are lined up for June 26, featuring elite European and international clubs in pivotal showdowns.
Held across multiple American cities, the month-long tournament is witnessing top-tier global football, with fans turning out in large numbers to see clubs like Real Madrid, Manchester City, and Al Hilal in action, as mentioned in a report by
FIFA Club World Cup Matches Today – June 26
The following fixtures are scheduled for June 26, 2025 (All times in Eastern Time):
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Manchester City vs Juventus FC
3:00 p.m. ET
Camping World Stadium, Orlando
Live on DAZN
Al Ain FC vs Wydad AC
3:00 p.m. ET
Audi Field, Washington D.C.
Live on DAZN
CF Pachuca vs Al Hilal
9:00 p.m. ET
GEODIS Park, Nashville
Live on DAZN
Real Madrid C.F. vs FC Salzburg
9:00 p.m. ET
Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia
Live on DAZN
These matches are part of the group stage of the restructured 32-team FIFA Club World Cup, with each result impacting qualification to the knockout rounds set to begin next week.
How to Watch FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Matches
Viewers in the United States can stream all
FIFA Club World Cup
fixtures live and for free via DAZN, which has exclusive broadcast rights to the tournament. Access is available through DAZN's Freemium service on smartphones, smart TVs, and browsers. Fans can also upgrade to ad-free viewing for a fee.
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Notably, the coverage includes football legends such as Ronaldo Nazario, Claude Makélélé, Christian Vieri, and Sami Khedira offering expert analysis and post-match insights.
Expanded Format, High Stakes
The 2025 edition marks the first full-scale rollout of the expanded 32-team FIFA Club World Cup format. European powerhouses like Manchester City, Real Madrid, and PSG are clashing with top teams from South America, Asia, and Africa. With £100 million in prize money on the line, stakes remain high.
Notably, clubs such as Inter Miami, Boca Juniors, and Fluminense are also competing, highlighting the tournament's broad global representation. Former champions Atletico Madrid have already bowed out, a reflection of the competitive depth on display.
What Lies Ahead
The tournament, which began on June 14, will conclude with the grand final on July 13. As the group stage concludes this week, clubs are battling for a place in the knockout rounds, with each game on June 26 carrying significant qualification implications.
FAQs
What is the FIFA Club World Cup 2025?
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 is an expanded 32-team international football tournament hosted by the United States. It features elite clubs from across the globe competing over a month-long schedule to be crowned world champions.
When did the tournament begin and when does it end?
The tournament kicked off on June 14, 2025, and will conclude with the final on July 13, 2025.
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