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SPORTS
FIFA CLUB WORLD CUP
FINAL 2025 PREVIEW
T
he FIFA Club World Cup 2025 is well underway, having kicked
off on 14 June across 12 venues in the United States. With the
group stages already completed, excitement is building as the
tournament moves into the crucial knockout phases, with the final set
for 13 July at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
This expanded 32-team tournament has lived up to expectations,
delivering thrilling encounters and showcasing the best club sides
from every continent. European giants, including the UEFA Champions
League winners, have demonstrated their quality and tactical strength,
but several surprises have come from South American and other
confederation champions, proving just how global and competitive the
competition has become.
Among the standout performers have been clubs from Brazil and
Argentina, who continue to bring flair and passion to the pitch, as well
as North American and Asian sides that have narrowed the gap with
the traditional powerhouses. The host nation’s representatives have
also impressed, benefitting from home support and familiarity with the
conditions.
As we approach the quarterfinals and semifinals on 4–5 and 8–9 July
respectively, fans can expect intensity and drama to reach new heights.
Every match now carries the weight of history, with clubs vying to lift the
prestigious trophy and claim bragging rights as the best club side in the
world.
Looking ahead, the final on 13 July promises a mouth-watering
showdown between the two teams that have best combined skill,
resilience, and tactical nous throughout the tournament. UK viewers will
be glued to coverage on DAZN and Channel 5, eager to see which club
will be crowned world champions in what has already been a landmark
edition of the FIFA Club World Cup.
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