Overview

• The tournament’s opening match saw Inter Miami host Al Ahly at Hard Rock Stadium on June 14, inaugurating the group stage across 12 US venues.
• Teams from UEFA, CONMEBOL, CONCACAF, AFC, CAF and OFC are drawn into eight groups of four, with the top two advancing to a knockout phase beginning June 28.
• Defending champions Manchester City are travelling with four summer signings—including goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli, left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri and midfielders Tijjani Reijnders and Rayan Cherki—and are considered one of the favorites.
• All 63 matches are available to stream free on DAZN worldwide, with Channel 5 airing select games in the UK.
• While FIFA positions the Club World Cup as a showcase event, its summer schedule and hefty prize have prompted concerns about player workload and welfare.