Real Madrid vs Club World Cup schedule: Every kickoff
Real Madrid’s 2025 Club World Cup run in the United States ended earlier than many expected, yet the schedule still gave U.S. viewers seven clear windows to watch the European champions. Every kickoff, venue, and result is now confirmed, turning the tournament into a practical viewing guide for fans who want the exact times without guessing.
Group stage opener
Real Madrid vs Al-Hilal opened the campaign on June 18 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. The 3 p.m. ET start produced a 1-1 draw that set the tone for a group heavy on travel and mixed results.
The match marked the first major test against Saudi spending power, and the late equalizer kept Madrid from an ideal launch. Miami’s humidity and a packed international crowd added to the atmosphere.
DAZN carried the game live, and U.S. viewers tuned in to see how the expanded format would play out against a well-funded opponent.
Charlotte bounce back
Real Madrid vs Pachuca followed four days later at Bank of America Stadium. A 3 p.m. ET kickoff on June 22 ended in a 3-1 win that steadied the group campaign.
East Coast fans filled the stands, and the CONCACAF side’s early goal tested Madrid’s depth before a stronger second half settled the result.
The victory improved goal difference and set up a decisive final group fixture with top spot still in reach.
Philadelphia clincher
Real Madrid vs Red Bull Salzburg closed the group stage on June 26 at Lincoln Financial Field. The 9 p.m. ET start delivered a 3-0 win that confirmed first place in Group H.
Night games in Philadelphia can cool quickly, and Madrid used the later slot to rotate squad players while keeping clean-sheet momentum.
With the group wrapped, attention shifted to a Round of 16 matchup that paired two historic clubs in the same city where the campaign began.
Round of 16 return
Real Madrid vs Juventus took place July 1 back at Hard Rock Stadium. Another 3 p.m. ET kickoff produced a 1-0 win that advanced Madrid into the quarterfinals.
The rematch of European finals past drew strong ticket demand, and a single goal proved enough on a muggy Miami evening.
The result kept the knockout run alive while eliminating another European giant from the expanded field.
MetLife quarterfinal
Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund kicked off July 5 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford. The 4 p.m. ET start turned into a 3-2 thriller that showcased both teams’ attacking lines.
New Jersey’s large population centers supplied a sizable crowd, and late drama left viewers wondering whether Madrid could sustain the run.
The win set up a semifinal clash with Paris Saint-Germain, a matchup that carried Champions League baggage into the U.S. summer.
Semifinal exit
Real Madrid vs Paris Saint-Germain ended the journey on July 9 at MetLife Stadium. The roughly 3:10 p.m. ET start produced a 4-0 defeat that closed Madrid’s campaign.
PSG’s attacking depth overwhelmed a Madrid side missing key rhythm after a congested schedule, and the result highlighted how thin margins remain at this level.
The loss eliminated Real Madrid from title contention and redirected focus to domestic fixtures back in Spain.
Viewing logistics
Every listed match aired on DAZN in the United States, removing the need to chase blackouts or regional rights. Kickoff times stayed consistent across Eastern Time zones, aiding East Coast planning.
Venues stretched from Miami to New Jersey, giving supporters multiple travel options depending on round of interest.
Stadium distances also shaped recovery windows, a factor coaches weighed when rotating lineups between matches.
Bracket context
Group H results placed Madrid atop the table and set favorable knockout paths until the semifinal. The bracket’s fixed bracket format removed some last-minute guesswork once groups concluded.
European clubs dominated early rounds, yet PSG’s semifinal performance underscored the growing depth across the 32-team field.
With the tournament complete, analysts can now compare Madrid’s U.S. results against their traditional European calendar benchmarks.
Looking ahead
Real Madrid will carry lessons from the seven-match run into the new La Liga season, particularly around travel recovery and squad depth. The Club World Cup schedule gave U.S. audiences a rare extended look at the club, and the confirmed times now serve as a reference for future planning.
