Hard Rock Stadium to host eight matches, including Inter Miami’s opening clash against Al Ahly on June 14
Miami is about to become the epicenter of global soccer, with the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 commencing at the iconic Hard Rock Stadium.
This year’s tournament will feature 32 elite clubs from around the world and promises a month-long celebration of the beautiful game.
Inter Miami’s historic debut
Inter Miami CF is representing the United States as the host nation’s club, and it will inaugurate the tournament with its debut against Egypt’s Al Ahly FC on June 14 at 8:00 PM ET.
It will also mark Inter Miami’s first appearance on such a prestigious international stage. Fans are eager to witness how the team fares against seasoned international competition, given it is being led by global superstar Lionel Messi.
The lineups at the Hard Rock Stadium
Hard Rock Stadium will host a total of eight games throughout the tournament. Here’s a breakdown of the upcoming matchups:
- June 14 - Inter Miami CF vs. Al Ahly FC
- June 16 - Boca Juniors vs. SL Benfica
- June 18 - Real Madrid CF vs. Al Hilal SFC
- June 20 - FC Bayern Munich vs. Boca Juniors
- June 23: Inter Miami CF vs. SE Palmeiras
- June 29: Round of 16 Match
- July 1: Round of 16 Match
Tournament format and stakes
The 2025 edition of the Club World Cup has been introduced with a revamped format. The 32 teams are divided into eight groups of four. The top two from each group will advance to the Round of 16.
From there, it’s a knockout format leading up to the final on July 13 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Tickets and viewing options
Tickets for the matches at Hard Rock Stadium can be purchased through FIFA’s official website.
Fans can also tune into matches on DAZN. The platform has secured global streaming rights. Moreover, TNT Sports will also broadcast 24 of the 63 matches, including key group stage and knockout games.
Lionel Messi’s dual commitments
With the preparations for the tournament in full swing, concerns over Lionel Messi’s availability have surfaced.
The Argentine captain is slated to participate in World Cup qualifiers for his national team against Chile on June 5 and Colombia on June 10.
Fans have voiced concern about the risk of injury and fatigue given that the Club World Cup opener is set just days later.
The club’s management is also working to balance Messi’s national duties with his pivotal role in Inter Miami’s campaign.
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