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Club World Cup Group Stage Under Way in United States

Thirty-two clubs from six continents vie for a record $1 billion prize pool ahead of the 2026 World Cup test.

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Overview

  • Group stage runs June 14–26 at 12 U.S. venues, with round of 16 matches beginning June 28.
  • DAZN is streaming every game for free, supported by local broadcasts on TNT Sports and TBS.
  • European giants Chelsea, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain opened their campaigns this week.
  • LAFC joined the field after Club León’s disqualification under FIFA’s multi-club ownership rule, facing Chelsea in their Group D opener.
  • The first five fixtures attracted 239,124 spectators, filling venues at roughly 75 percent capacity with attendance fluctuating by site.