Overview
- Inter Miami and Al Ahly played to a goalless draw at Hard Rock Stadium as Lionel Messi struck two posts and goalkeepers Ustari and El-Shenawy earned plaudits before 60,927 fans.
- Paris Saint-Germain overwhelmed Atletico Madrid 4-0 at the Rose Bowl, where 80,619 spectators witnessed PSG’s midfield trio dominate despite sweltering Pasadena temperatures.
- The opening ceremony featured light shows, performances by international artists and the debut of FIFA’s new anthem "Desire," setting a festive tone for the expanded 32-team event.
- Group A remains evenly poised after Inter Miami-Al Ahly and Palmeiras-Porto both finished 0-0, leaving all four sides level on points.
- Botafogo opened Group B with a 2-1 win over Seattle Sounders as goals from Cunha and Jesus overcame a late reply from Roldan.