The highly anticipated match between RB Salzburg and Real Madrid in Group H of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 is set to take place on Thursday, June 26th, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. The game holds significant importance as it will determine which team tops Group H and secures a direct ticket to the round of 16.
Kick-off Time:
The game is scheduled to kick off at 9:00 PM Eastern Time (ET), which translates to 6:00 PM Pacific Time (PT). For fans in Austria, the game will kick off at 3:00 AM on Friday morning.
TV Channel and Live Streaming:
In the UK, the match will be broadcast live on DAZN. DAZN has acquired the rights to broadcast the FIFA Club World Cup worldwide for free. Football fans can watch all 63 matches of the tournament in full length for free on the DAZN platform.
Match Preview:
Both Real Madrid and RB Salzburg have accumulated four points in the tournament so far. Real Madrid holds a slight advantage due to a superior goal difference and their previous head-to-head result. A win or even a high-scoring draw would be sufficient for Real Madrid to secure the top spot in the group. RB Salzburg, on the other hand, needs at least a draw to keep their hopes alive.
Real Madrid enters the game with confidence after a 3-1 victory over Pachuca, rebounding from their opening draw against Al Hilal. Despite the absence of Kylian Mbappé due to gastroenteritis, Real Madrid boasts a formidable attacking lineup featuring Vinícius Jr, Jude Bellingham, Federico Valverde, and young talent Arda Güler.
RB Salzburg will be seeking revenge, as they suffered a 5-1 defeat against Real Madrid earlier this season in the Champions League. Known for their youthful and energetic squad, Salzburg will aim to cause an upset against the record five-time Club World Cup winners.
Team News:
Kylian Mbappé remains sidelined for Real Madrid due to gastroenteritis. Raúl Asencio is suspended after being sent off in the match against Pachuca. Antonio Rüdiger has recovered from injury and could potentially feature in the lineup alongside Dean Huijsen.
Predicted Lineups:
Real Madrid Predicted Lineup: Courtois; Alexander-Arnold, Huijsen, Tchouaméni, García; Valverde, Güler, Bellingham; Rodrygo, Vinícius, Gonzalo García.
Prediction:
Real Madrid is predicted to win comfortably at Lincoln Financial Field, securing their place in the next round.
