The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which is being staged in the United States, has progressed to the knockout round after the completion of the group stage on June 27(IST). This year’s tournament has a special place in history as the first tournament to be played in a 32-team format; teams from around the world including the top teams from Europe, South America, Asia and beyond will be facing each other in single elimination matches starting with the Round of 16 between June 28 and July 1.
With the group stage done, now we truly embark on the quest to the quarter-finals as the 16 best teams in the world fight for a spot. Here is the complete Round of 16 schedule, with verified match times for Indian audiences. You can follow all the latest updates, stats, predictions, and live coverage on the 96 official website.
Round of 16 Schedule: IST Timings
| Match | Date | ET Time | IST Time | Venue |
| Palmeiras vs Botafogo | Jun 28 | 12:00 PM | 9:30 PM IST | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia |
| Benfica vs Chelsea | Jun 28 | 4:00 PM | 1:30 AM IST (Jun 29) | Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte |
| PSG vs Inter Miami | Jun 29 | 12:00 PM | 9:30 PM IST | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta |
| Flamengo vs Bayern Munich | Jun 29 | 4:00 PM | 1:30 AM IST (Jun 30) | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami |
| Inter Milan vs Fluminense | Jun 30 | 3:00 PM | 12:30 AM IST (Jul 1) | Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte |
| Manchester City vs Al Hilal | Jun 30 | 9:00 PM | 6:30 AM IST (Jul 1) | Camping World Stadium, Orlando |
| Real Madrid vs Juventus | Jul 1 | 3:00 PM | 12:30 AM IST (Jul 2) | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami |
| Borussia Dortmund vs Monterrey | Jul 1 | 9:00 PM | 6:30 AM IST (Jul 2) | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta |
Time Conversion Note: All matches will be following Eastern Time (ET, UTC -4). IST is UTC +5:30, resulting in a +9.5 hour difference.
Key Matchups to Watch in Round of 16
Palmeiras vs Botafogo
A fully Brazilian fixture opens the knockout phase – Palmeiras led their group convincingly and were in form, and Botafogo made a dramatic late escape to qualify.
Benfica vs Chelsea
Benfica arrive unbeaten and defensively solid, but Chelsea have been hit and miss, though they possess a threat in their high-tempo transition game.
PSG vs Inter Miami
Lionel Messi takes on his former club PSG while Inter Miami hopes to continue as Group A runners-up. PSG will be hoping superstar attackers Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé can quiet the American dream.
Flamengo vs Bayern Munich
Flamengo, with Gabriel Barbosa and Giorgian De Arrascaeta, will face off against a very balanced Bayern Munich squad including Jamal Musiala, Kingsley Coman, and Michael Olise.
Real Madrid vs Juventus
A heavyweight European battle. Real Madrid topped their group convincingly with rampant performances from Vinícius Jr and Jude Bellingham, while Juventus progressed the hard way, bringing experience.
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Where to Watch the Club World Cup Round of 16?
The Round of 16 of the FIFA Club WC will be broadcast live worldwide on DAZN. In Brazil, viewers can watch on Globo and Premiere. US fans can tune in via FOX Sports and TUDN. In India, streaming is available on Eurosport India and FanCode.
You can also watch the match live on 96 mobile app.
Tournament Format: Club World Cup Round of 16
- Single Elimination format: One-leg fixtures, with extra time and penalties, where applicable.
- Quarterfinals kicking off July 4, followed by semifinals and the final on July 13.
- Clubs have qualified through 6 continental federations, UEFA, CONMEBOL, AFC, CAF, Concacaf and OFC.
Conclusion
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16 showcases the best clubs going toe-to-toe, from Messi’s Miami to Madrid’s magic. Expect drama, goals, and high stakes. With all matches in IST streaming and the Indian platforms list ready to air, fans in India are primed for four nights of elite club football!
Check the 96 online game site for live updates, stats and expert comments during this wonderful FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16 match.
