Palmeiras will be among the Brazilian clubs competing in this year’s Club World Cup, commencing their campaign against Porto on June 15th. The team is eager to showcase their remarkable attacking prowess in the newly revamped tournament set to take place this summer in the USA.
The 2025 Club World Cup is scheduled to unfold in the USA, with SE Palmeiras representing CONMEBOL and Brazil in this premier event. This year’s tournament has expanded significantly, featuring 63 matches starting on Saturday, June 14th, leading up to the final on Sunday, July 13th.
In the following sections, you can find all you need to know about Palmeiras’ participation in the 2025 Club World Cup, including their matchup details, rivals, broadcasting information, and more.
Match Schedule, Fixtures, and Opponents
The Club World Cup has grown to include 32 teams, a significant increase from the seven that participated in the previous edition. Teams have been divided into eight groups, with each team seeded before the draw. Following the draw, Palmeiras find themselves in Group A alongside Portuguese heavyweights Porto, African giants Al Ahly, and Lionel Messi’s side, Inter Miami.
Palmeiras will kick off their quest for international glory against Porto at MetLife Stadium in New York. They will remain at MetLife for their subsequent match against Al Ahly, concluding the group stage against Inter Miami at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium.
Group Stage Match Fixtures
SE Palmeiras vs FC Porto
Date: Sunday, June 15th
Kick-off: 6pm EDT | 11pm GMT
Stadium: MetLife Stadium, New York (NY)
SE Palmeiras vs Al Ahly FC
Date: Thursday, June 19th
Kick-off: 12pm EDT | 5pm GMT
Stadium: Mercedez-Benz Stadium, Atlanta (GA)
Inter Miami CF vs SE Palmeiras
Date: Monday, June 23rd
Kick-off: 9pm EDT | 2am GMT (Tuesday, June 24th)
Stadium: Hard Rock Stadium, Miami (FL)
Knockout Stage Match Fixtures
To progress to the knockout stages, Palmeiras must finish in the top two of their group. If they qualify, they will enter the round of 16 with a one-legged match against a team from a different group. The placement will determine their opponent, with the first team from one group facing the second from another, and vice versa.
Should Palmeiras secure a place in the knockout stages, they will face either the winners or runners-up of Group B, which includes renowned French champions Paris Saint-Germain, Spanish stars Atlético Madrid, MLS side Seattle Sounders, and fellow Brazilians Botafogo.
Palmeiras’ Potential Round of 16 Matchups
Group A Winners vs. Group B Runners-up
Date: Saturday, June 28th
Kick-off: 12pm EDT | 5pm GMT
Stadium: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia (PA)
Group B Winners vs. Group A Runners-up
Date: Sunday, June 29th
Kick-off: 12pm EDT | 5pm GMT
Stadium: Mercedez-Benz Stadium, Atlanta (GA)
Palmeiras’ Opponents for CWC 2025
FC Porto – Portugal
Porto is among the 12 European clubs qualified for the tournament, securing their spot via UEFA rankings. The club boasts an impressive tally of 30 league titles and 20 Taca de Portugal titles, proudly holding the record for never being relegated and competing in every single season of the Portuguese top flight.
Inter Miami CF – USA
Inter Miami, co-owned by David Beckham, boasts several prominent names from Barcelona’s recent past, including Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, and Luis Suarez. They qualified for the tournament by winning the 2024 MLS Supporters’ Shield, awarded to the team with the best overall record during the MLS regular season, which earned them one of the host nation’s spots in the tournament.
Al Ahly FC – Egypt
Al Ahly earned their spot in the Club World Cup as the winners of the 2020/21, 2022/23, and 2023/24 CAF Champions League. This popular club is one of the four African teams competing and has an outstanding record of 43 league titles, 39 cup titles, and 12 CAF Champions League titles overall.
TV Coverage: How to Watch Palmeiras at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup
All 63 matches from the 2025 Club World Cup will be broadcast live on DAZN. Fans will be able to follow the entire tournament at no extra cost, as every game will be streamed for free.
With DAZN retaining full broadcasting rights, they may sub-license matches to free-to-air networks. Alternatively, Palmeiras supporters can also stream all of their team’s matches online or via the DAZN App on smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, or gaming consoles.
Expected Lineup: Palmeiras’ Squad for CWC 2025
As the Club World Cup approaches, Palmeiras will be in full league action, ensuring they field a match-ready squad. The clubs involved in the tournament have been granted permission to conduct transfers from June 1st to June 10th. This allows Palmeiras to reinforce their roster mid-season in anticipation of the Club World Cup.
Players whose contracts are set to expire during the tournament will be permitted to remain and participate until its conclusion. Notably, one such player for Palmeiras, Willian Estevao, will be making a move to the Premier League come August. The young star will be shifting from São Paulo to Chelsea after the tournament. If fortune permits, Palmeiras and Chelsea could face off in the quarter-finals, a particularly intriguing scenario for Estevao and his new club.
Palmeiras’ Potential Club World Cup Squad
Goalkeepers
Weverton, Marcelo Lomba, Mateus
Defenders
Murilo, Gustavo Gomez, Micael, Bruno Fuchs, Naves, Luiz Benedetti, Joaquin Piquerez, Vanderlan, Agustin Giay, Mayke, Marcos Rocha
Midfielders
Anibal Moreno, Emiliano Martinez, Richard Rios, Lucas Evangelista, Figueiredo, Raphael Veiga, Mauricio
Forwards
Allan, Paulinho, Felipe Anderson, Estevao, Facundo Torres, Vitor Roque, Luighi, Thalys
Players to Watch
Willian Estevao
Chelsea secured Estevao last summer in a deal worth an initial £29 million, which could rise to £55 million with add-ons. At 17, he will join Chelsea from Palmeiras following the conclusion of the Club World Cup, having recorded 20 goals and 10 assists this season.
Vitor Roque
The 20-year-old talent joined Palmeiras from Barcelona in January, making him the most expensive signing in South American football history. His previous spell at Barcelona was underwhelming, but many hold high expectations for Vitor Roque now that he has returned to Brazil, as he flaunted impressive form by scoring 12 goals and providing three assists in 25 league matches for Athletico Paranaense.
Raphael Veiga
Raphael Veiga is a key player for Palmeiras. The attacking midfielder was acknowledged as the Player of the Year in the Brazilian League in 2023 and has attracted interest from clubs around the globe. He’s known for his precise passing and ability to exploit gaps, making him an invaluable asset for Palmeiras’ forward line.
Odds to Win: Palmeiras’ Chances in this Year’s Tournament
Palmeiras holds the distinction of being the highest-rated non-European team in the betting odds for the Club World Cup. Their objective will be to advance from their group, with Paddy Power currently offering odds of 22/1 for them to win the tournament outright. The favourites according to the betting company are Real Madrid at 7/2, followed by Manchester City at 9/2, Bayern Munich at 11/2, and Chelsea at 17/2.
How did Palmeiras Qualify for the 2025 Tournament?
Palmeiras secured their place in the 2025 Club World Cup by winning the Copa Libertadores in both 2020 and 2021. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, both finals were held in 2021.
Palmeiras’ 2025 Club World Cup Kit
As of now, Palmeiras has yet to unveil a specific kit for the Club World Cup. Given that the domestic season commenced only in March, it’s likely that the team will don the same kit they are currently using.
Have Palmeiras Ever Won the Club World Cup?
Palmeiras has made two previous appearances in the Club World Cup, once in 2020 and again in 2021. In 2020, they lost in the semi-finals to Tigres, followed by a defeat in the third-place playoff against Al Ahly, both by the same scoreline. In 2021, Palmeiras improved on their performance, reaching the final but narrowly losing to Chelsea 2-1. This marks their third attempt in the tournament, and they aim to push as far as possible once again.
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