Inter Milan is set to make their way to the United States for their second FIFA Club World Cup appearance. The Nerazzurri are regarded as strong contenders for the title and are certainly a team to keep an eye on throughout the competition.
Inter Milan at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Dates, Fixtures, Squad, Statistics, Viewing Information, and More
This summer marks the inaugural edition of the Club World Cup in its revamped format. The tournament will take place in the USA from Saturday, June 14 to Sunday, July 13, featuring 32 teams from around the globe.
Inter Milan is one of just two Italian clubs participating in this new iteration of the tournament. Below, we provide a comprehensive overview of Inter’s journey in the Club World Cup, including match fixtures, group opponents, squad details, viewing options, and more, ensuring you can follow the Nerazzurri during their time in the States.
Match Schedule, Fixtures, and Opponents
The revamped 32-team tournament will be divided into eight groups, with teams seeded before the draw. The draw occurred in December 2024, resulting in Inter being placed in Group E alongside Argentina’s CA River Plate, Japan’s Urawa Red Diamonds, and Mexico’s Monterrey.
Inter will face each group opponent once in the group stage, beginning their campaign against Monterrey at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Los Angeles. They will then head to Lumen Field in Seattle to take on Urawa Red Diamonds, before finishing the group stage against River Plate at the same venue.
Group Stage Match Fixtures
CF Monterrey vs Inter Milan
Date: Thursday, June 17
Kick-off: 6pm PDT | 2am GMT (Sunday, June 18)
Stadium: Rose Bowl Stadium, Los Angeles (CA)
Inter Milan vs Urawa Red Diamonds
Date: Saturday, June 21
Kick-off: 12pm PDT | 8pm GMT
Stadium: Lumen Field, Seattle (WA)
Inter Milan vs CA River Plate
Date: Wednesday, June 25
Kick-off: 6pm PDT | 2am GMT (Thursday, June 26)
Stadium: Lumen Field, Seattle (WA)
Knockout Stage Match Fixtures
Following the group stage, the top two teams from each group will advance to the knockout round. Beginning with the round of 16, each team will face a one-off knockout tie against a team from another group, maintaining this format in subsequent rounds.
If Inter Milan finishes as the winner or runner-up in Group E, their knockout stage match will be against the winner or runner-up of Group F. This positions Inter to potentially face the 2023 Copa Libertadores champions Fluminense, reigning K League champions Ulsan Hyundai, South African powerhouse Mamelodi Sundowns, or European titans Borussia Dortmund in the round of 16.
Potential Round of 16 Matchups for Inter Milan
R16 Match 5: Group E winners vs Group F runners-up
Date: Monday, June 30
Kick-off: 4pm EDT | 8pm GMT
Stadium: Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte (NC)
R16 Match 8: Group F winners vs Group E runners-up
Date: Wednesday, July 2
Kick-off: 10pm EDT | 2am GMT (Thursday, July 3)
Stadium: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta (GA)
Who Inter Milan Will Face in CWC 2025
CA River Plate – Argentina
CA River Plate is one of two Argentine teams at the Club World Cup, qualifying through the ranking path. The club boasts 54 domestic titles and 12 international trophies, making them one of the most prestigious clubs globally. Their fierce rivals, Boca Juniors, also represent Argentina in the tournament.
Urawa Red Diamonds – Japan
Urawa Red Diamonds ranks among the most successful clubs in Japan. They have clinched three AFC Champions League titles, with their latest triumph occurring in 2022, thus earning their spot in the Club World Cup. The team’s name pays homage to their founding name, Mitsubishi Urawa Football Club, with the ‘red diamond’ referencing Mitsubishi’s logo.
Monterrey – Mexico
Los Rayados secured a spot at the FIFA Club World Cup by winning the 2021 Concacaf Champions Cup final. They are not only one of Mexico’s premier clubs but also a leading team in South America, having won multiple consecutive Concacaf Champions Cup titles between 2010 and 2013.
Broadcasting Information: How to Watch Inter Milan at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup
All 63 matches of the Club World Cup will be broadcast live on DAZN. The streaming service has announced that every 2025 Club World Cup fixture will be available at no charge, allowing fans of Inter Milan to follow their team without any additional fees.
DAZN holds the complete broadcasting rights and has the option to sublicense matches to free-to-air television channels. Fans can also watch all of Inter’s matches through the DAZN app, available on smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, or gaming consoles.
Expected Line-up: Inter Milan’s Squad List for CWC 2025
Clubs participating in the Club World Cup will be granted special permission to conduct transfer activities two weeks ahead of the tournament. This means European teams, including Inter Milan, will have their transfer window open at the beginning of June, as opposed to June 12, which is the date for other UEFA-affiliated clubs. This allowance could see the arrival of new signings for the tournament, adding a layer of intrigue to the proceedings.
Players with contracts expiring during the tournament will also be permitted to remain with their teams until the end of the Club World Cup. Inter has Nicola Zalewski on loan from Roma, and his participation will need to be arranged with his parent club. Additionally, players who are currently out on loan, such as Tajon Buchanan, can be reintegrated into the squad during the restricted competition period from June 27 to July 3.
After a demanding season, Inter coach Simone Inzaghi may opt to give some players a rest rather than fielding his strongest side. This decision could provide opportunities for younger and fringe players to gain more playing time. Nevertheless, Inter Milan vice-president Javier Zanetti indicated on the club’s official website that “all players will be well-prepared and ready” for the tournament, suggesting that as many key players as possible will be selected to compete.
Potential Squad for Inter Milan at the Club World Cup
Goalkeepers
Josep Martinez, Yann Sommer, Raffaele Di Gennaro
Defenders
Alessandro Bastoni, Benjamin Pavard, Yann Bisseck, Stefan de Vrij, Francesco Acerbi, Federico Dimarco, Carlos Augusto, Denzel Dumfries, Matteo Darmian
Midfielders
Hakan Calhanoglu, Kristjan Asllani, Nicolo Barella, Davide Frattesi, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Nicola Zalewski, Valentin Carboni
Forwards
Joaquin Correa, Lautaro Martinez, Marcus Thuram, Medhi Taremi, Marko Arnautovic
Players to Watch
Lautaro Martinez
As the captain of the Nerazzurri and last season’s Serie A Footballer of the Year, Lautaro Martinez is certainly a player to watch. The striker is crucial to Inter’s success, showcasing his ability to score from virtually any position. He holds an impressive record of 196 goals and assists in 321 appearances, a statistic that indicates he contributes to a goal roughly once every two games.
Marcus Thuram
The other key member of Inter Milan’s forward pairing, Marcus Thuram, has eased the goal-scoring burden on Martinez during his two seasons at the club. Currently ranked as the second-best player in Serie A by WhoScored, the French striker is drawing interest from various clubs, although he appears content at Inter. Should he remain with the team through the summer, he is expected to be a significant asset during the Club World Cup.
Alessandro Bastoni
The Italian defender is widely regarded as one of Italy’s finest, thanks to his physical prowess, technical skills, and ability to build play from the back. Former Inter player Andrea Ranocchia dubbed Bastoni “the best defender in Italy and among the best in Europe for his age,” during an interview with FCInterNews in November 2024, indicating his crucial role in Inter’s pursuit of success in the Club World Cup.
Odds of Winning: Inter’s Chances for This Year
Inter Milan is considered one of the frontrunners to clinch the 2025 edition of the Club World Cup. They are anticipated to progress through their group in first place and will likely be favoured in their round of 16 match.
According to Paddy Power, the Nerazzurri are currently fourth in the odds for claiming the title, listed at 11/1. Manchester City leads the pack at 7/2, followed closely by Real Madrid at 4/1, Bayern Munich at 7/1, and Chelsea at 17/2.
How Inter Qualified for the 2025 Tournament
Inter Milan secured their spot in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup through the UEFA ranking pathway. Their sustained success in the UEFA Champions League over the past four seasons, including a narrow defeat to Manchester City in the 2023/24 final, underscores their competitive stature.
Inter’s Kit for the 2025 Club World Cup
As of now, Inter has yet to reveal a specific kit for the 2025 Club World Cup and has not launched their 2025/26 season kit either. We may see a new kit make its debut in the States, whether it’s tournament-specific or part of the regular season line-up.
Has Inter Won the Club World Cup Before?
Inter Milan made their debut in the Club World Cup back in 2010, after securing the 2009/10 Champions League title under the management of Jose Mourinho. In the final, they triumphed over Bayern Munich with a 2-0 scoreline, both goals netted by Diego Milito, and they achieved a continental treble that season.
In their participation in the 2010 Club World Cup, Inter faced Seongnam Ilhwa Chunma in the semi-finals, winning 3-0, and defeated Congolese side TP Mazembe 3-0 in the final. As they prepare for the 2025 tournament, the Italian side will aim for a repeat of their former glory.
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