The opening round of this FIFA Club World Cup 2025 showed a mix of feelings for the draws, sweet wins, and surprise performances across stadiums in the United States. Here’s a detailed round of results, standout players, attendance figures, and the prize payouts after the first 16 matches.

Results and Attendance Highlights

Inter Miami 0-0 Al-Ahly
Played in front of 60,927 spectators, the much-anticipated clash between the MLS and Egyptian giants ended in a goalless draw. Veteran goalkeeper Oscar Ustari from Argentina earned MVP honors. Both clubs walked away with \$1 million each.

Bayern Munich 10-0 Auckland City
Bayern flexed their dominance with a crushing 10-0 win over the Oceania side, cheered on by 21,152 fans. Frenchman Michael Olise was the standout player with 2 goals and 2 assists. The German champions earned \$2 million.

Paris Saint-Germain 4-0 Atlético Madrid
With 80,619 fans packing the stadium, PSG cruised past Atleti. Portuguese midfielder Vitinha took MVP honors, while Atlético’s Clément Lenglet was sent off with a red card. PSG secured a \$2 million prize.

Palmeiras 0-0 FC Porto
This tightly contested draw drew 46,275 fans. Palmeiras’ young Brazilian star Estêvão Willian earned MVP recognition. Both teams received \$1 million each.

Botafogo 2-1 Seattle Sounders
The Brazilian club edged past their MLS opponent with goals that thrilled the 30,151 fans in attendance. Igor Jesus was named MVP. Botafogo bagged \$2 million for the win.

Chelsea 2-0 Los Angeles FC
With Pedro Neto leading the charge and earning MVP, Chelsea secured a comfortable win in front of 22,137 supporters. The Blues received \$2 million.

Benfica 2-2 Boca Juniors
A thrilling draw played before 55,574 fans saw goals on both ends and red cards for Ander Herrera (Boca) and Andrea Belotti (Benfica). Boca’s Merentiel won the MVP. Each team earned \$1 million.

Flamengo 2-0 Espérance de Tunis
Giorgian de Arrascaeta led the Brazilian side to victory in front of 25,797 fans, netting Flamengo \$2 million.

River Plate 3-1 Urawa Red Diamonds
In front of 11,974 fans, Facundo Colidio’s brilliance gave River Plate a solid win and a \$2 million reward.

Fluminense 0-0 Borussia Dortmund
The clash between Brazil and Germany ended in a draw, watched by 34,736 fans. Colombian midfielder Jhon Adolfo Arias was named MVP. Each team earned \$1 million.

Mamelodi Sundowns 1-0 Ulsan Hyundai
With just 3,412 in attendance, the South African side edged their Asian rivals. Iqraam Rayners’ performance secured him MVP, and Sundowns took home \$2 million.

Monterrey 1-1 Inter Milan
A tightly contested draw entertained 40,311 fans. Veteran defender Sergio Ramos was named MVP. Both sides received \$1 million.

Manchester City 2-0 Wydad Casablanca
With 37,446 fans watching, Phil Foden’s display earned him MVP honors and helped the English club earn \$2 million. However, youngster Rico Lewis was sent off late in the match.

Real Madrid 1-1 Al Hilal
One of the standout matches with 62,416 fans in attendance. Gonzalo García was named MVP. Each club earned \$1 million.

C.F. Pachuca 1-2 Red Bull Salzburg
A smaller crowd of 5,282 witnessed Oscar Gloukh lead the Austrian side to victory, securing \$2 million.

Al Ain 0-5 Juventus
Juventus powered through with a commanding win, supported by 18,161 fans. Randal Kolo Muani’s brace earned him the MVP title and helped secure a \$2 million reward.

Tournament Overview

Matches Played: 16
Total Goals: 44
Wins: 10
Draws: 6

Disciplinary Report

Five players received red cards:

1. Clément Lenglet (Atlético Madrid)
2. Ander Herrera and Jorge Figal (Boca Juniors)
3. Andrea Belotti (SL Benfica)
4. Rico Lewis (Manchester City)

Top Scorers

1. Jamal Musiala (Germany) – 3 Goals
2. Michael Olise (France) – 2 Goals
3. Kingsley Coman (France) – 2 Goals
4. Thomas Müller (Germany) – 2 Goals
5. Randal Kolo Muani (France) – 2 Goals
6. Francisco Conceição (Portugal) – 2 Goals

Leading Playmakers

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (Georgia) – 2 Assists
Michael Olise (France) – 2 Assists
Marcos Acuna (Argentina) – 2 Assists
Alberto Costa (Portugal) – 2 Assists
Khéphren Thuram (France) – 2 Assists

What’s Next for the tournament

With many big clubs advancing and surprises from clubs like Botafogo, Salzburg, and Mamelodi Sundowns, the next round promises to be even more competitive. The FIFA Club World Cup will continue to deliver solid games on the pitch.

Fans across the world are now waiting eagerly to see which club will lift the trophy this year. Keep following the tournament as the action intensifies in the upcoming knockout stages.