Seattle Sounders vs Atletico Madrid live updates: Club World Cup 2025 predictions, team news, latest score
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The Club World Cup, hosted in the United States, continues today with four fixtures, including MLS side Sounders taking on Spanish giants Atletico.
Ahead of kick-off in a few hours, we're hosting coverage encompassing build-up, stats, quotes, and all the info you could ever ask for.
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