The Round of 16 featured single-elimination matches, with extra time and penalties deciding ties where necessary. Here are the confirmed results based on the latest available information:
Palmeiras 1–0 Botafogo
Palmeiras, the Group A winners, edged out fellow Brazilian side Botafogo in extra time. Palmeiras secured their knockout spot with a 2-2 draw against Inter Miami and a 2-0 win over Al Ahly in the group stage, with goals from Flaco López, Paulinho, and Maurício. This hard-fought victory showcased Palmeiras’ depth and resilience
Benfica 1–4 Chelsea
Chelsea, Group D runners-up, dominated Benfica in extra time. The Blues advanced with a 3-0 win over Espérance de Tunis and a 2-0 victory against LAFC in the group stage, despite a 3-1 loss to Flamengo. Chelsea’s attacking flair, led by players like Liam Delap, overwhelmed Benfica, who had topped Group C.
Paris Saint-Germain 4–0 Inter Miami
PSG, Group B runners-up, delivered a commanding performance against Inter Miami, ending Lionel Messi’s hopes of facing his former club in the quarterfinals. Inter Miami made history with a 2-1 group-stage win over FC Porto, the first CONCACAF victory over a European side in the competition, but PSG’s 73.4% possession and relentless pressing (104.3 progressive passes per game) proved too much.
Flamengo 2–4 Bayern Munich
Flamengo, surprise Group D winners after a 3-1 upset over Chelsea, faced Bayern Munich in a high-octane clash. Bayern, who recovered from a 1-0 group-stage loss to Benfica with a 10-0 rout of Auckland City, showcased their clinical finishing to advance. Flamengo’s Wallace Yan had been a standout in the group stage, but Bayern’s experience prevailed.
Inter Milan 0–2 Fluminense
Fluminense pulled off a stunning upset against Inter Milan, the Champions League runners-up. German Cano’s early goal and Hercules’ stoppage-time strike secured a 2-0 victory in sweltering conditions. Fluminense advanced with a 4-2 group-stage win over Ulsan Hyundai, while Inter Milan had beaten River Plate 2-0. Inter captain Lautaro Martínez criticized his team’s lack of commitment post-match.
Manchester City 3–4 Al-Hilal
In the biggest shock of the round, Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal eliminated defending champions Manchester City in extra time. City, the only team to win all three group games (including a 5-2 thrashing of Juventus), were favorites, but Al-Hilal’s organized defense, led by Yassine Bounou, Kalidou Koulibaly, and Rúben Neves, and effective counterattacks stunned the Premier League giants.
Borussia Dortmund 2–1 Monterrey
Dortmund narrowly defeated Liga MX side Monterrey, who impressed with a 4-0 group-stage win over Urawa Red Diamonds, led by Sergio Ramos. Dortmund secured their knockout spot with a 1-0 win over Ulsan Hyundai and a 4-3 thriller against Mamelodi Sundowns. Despite Monterrey’s competitiveness, Dortmund’s quality edged them through.
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The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 has reached its electrifying quarter-final stage, with the world’s elite clubs battling for a spot in the semi-finals of this expanded 32-team tournament. Hosted across 12 venues in the United States, the competition is heating up as it barrels toward the final on July 13 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Fluminense vs. Al Hilal – Orlando, July 4, 8:00 PM BST
Brazil’s Fluminense, the 2023 Copa Libertadores runners-up, face Saudi Pro League giants Al Hilal, who stunned defending champions Manchester City in extra time during the round of 16. Fluminense shocked Inter Milan in the last round, with André and Jhon Arias driving their South American flair. Al Hilal, with stars like João Cancelo and Marcos Leonardo, boast lethal counter-attacking ability. This tactical battle could see Al Hilal’s depth prevail if they weather Fluminense’s early pressure.
Palmeiras vs. Chelsea – Philadelphia, July 5, 2:00 AM BST
Chelsea, the last English side standing, face Brazilian powerhouse Palmeiras in a rematch of the 2021 Club World Cup final. The Blues crushed Benfica 4-1 in extra time, with new signing Liam Delap shining. Palmeiras, led by teenage star Estêvão Willian, edged Botafogo 1-0 with defensive grit. Chelsea’s depth makes them slight favorites, but Palmeiras’ high press and passionate fans in Philadelphia could spark an upset.
Paris Saint-Germain vs. Bayern Munich – Atlanta, July 4, 5:00 PM BST
In a blockbuster 2020 Champions League final rematch, PSG’s high-flying attack, led by Kylian Mbappé, faces Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane and Joshua Kimmich. PSG demolished Inter Miami 4-0, while Bayern set a tournament record with a 10-0 rout of Auckland City. This tactical chess match could see Bayern’s knockout pedigree give them a slight edge.
Real Madrid vs. Borussia Dortmund – East Rutherford, July 4, 9:00 PM BST
Real Madrid, with Jude Bellingham and Vinícius Júnior, take on Borussia Dortmund in a repeat of the 2024 Champions League final. Real edged Juventus 1-0, while Dortmund’s Serhou Guirassy and Karim Adeyemi dispatched Monterrey 2-1. Dortmund’s high press will test Real’s backline, but the Spanish giants’ clinical finishing should see them through.
