Day 10 of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup marked the thrilling conclusion of the group stage for Groups A and B, delivering unforgettable moments, dramatic twists, and emotional farewells. With knockout round places at stake, every match carried weight — and the players rose to the occasion.
From PSG’s clinical composure to Al Ahly and Porto’s chaotic eight-goal thriller, the day had everything football fans crave. Here’s a full breakdown of the results, key highlights, and how social media reacted to the drama.
Thank you for the fight, the passion, and the moments!
Al Ahly, Atlético de Madrid, FC Porto, and Seattle Sounders bow out of the FIFA Club World Cup, but not without leaving their mark on the tournament 💪
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— DAZN Football (@DAZNFootball) June 24, 2025
Paris Saint-Germain 2–0 Seattle Sounders
At the iconic Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Paris Saint-Germain confirmed their dominance in Group B with a professional 2–0 win over the Seattle Sounders. Georgian winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia opened the scoring with a composed strike after a spell of sustained PSG pressure. Later, Achraf Hakimi doubled the lead, finishing off a rapid counterattack that showcased PSG’s pace and tactical discipline.
PHOTO | Seattle Sounders ultras tonight against PSG.#FreePalenstine pic.twitter.com/FwuQLx2Pdz
— Antifa_Ultras (@ultras_antifaa) June 24, 2025
Seattle tried to mount a response, but PSG’s midfield suffocated any chance of creativity. Goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma preserved the clean sheet with a spectacular diving save late in the match.
M.V.P 👏🏆#FIFACWC pic.twitter.com/xRuP56CBCB
— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_inside) June 23, 2025
Fans lit up social media with praise for PSG’s poise. “This is the most balanced version of PSG in years,” one post read on X (formerly Twitter), while another quipped, “Kvara and Hakimi just cooked Seattle like it was preseason.” Seattle, winless in the group, exited quietly—but with admiration for their spirited, if overmatched, efforts.
Atlético Madrid 1–0 Botafogo
In a tense, tactical battle, Atlético Madrid defeated Botafogo 1–0 thanks to a late strike by Antoine Griezmann in the 87th minute. The Spanish side dominated possession but were repeatedly frustrated by Botafogo’s compact defense and solid goalkeeping.
Botafogo appreciation post 👏🇧🇷
✅ Qualified from their group featuring both PSG and Atletico Madrid 🫡💪 pic.twitter.com/Dhr1WFIJxZ
— LiveScore (@livescore) June 23, 2025
Despite the win, Atlético’s campaign came to a heartbreaking end. On goal difference, they were eliminated, while Botafogo progressed to the Round of 16 as group runners-up behind PSG.
🚨⚽️ 𝐆𝐎𝐀𝐋 | Atletico Madrid 1-0 Botafogo (Griezmann 87') pic.twitter.com/UJbNlMJKBm
— EuroFoot (@eurofootcom) June 23, 2025
Social media was ablaze with conflicting emotions. Spanish fans expressed frustration: “How do you go out with 6 points?!” one post exclaimed. Brazilian supporters, meanwhile, reveled in the underdog story: “Botafogo just eliminated Atlético without even scoring today. What a journey!” Botafogo’s resilience, despite the defeat, made them one of the group stage’s biggest surprises.
Inter Miami 2–2 Palmeiras
The most dramatic match of the day took place at Hard Rock Stadium, where Inter Miami and Palmeiras delivered a thrilling 2–2 draw that saw both teams secure qualification. Miami surged ahead with a stylish finish from Tadeo Allende, followed by a classic moment of brilliance from Luis Suárez, who weaved past defenders before scoring what many called the goal of the day.
38 años. 38 momentos. 38 recuerdos que lo dicen todo. Feliz cumpleaños, Leo. 🎂 pic.twitter.com/jFu9QqO5oM
— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) June 24, 2025
However, Palmeiras came storming back in the final ten minutes. Paulinho slotted one in at the 80th minute, and Mauricio equalized just seven minutes later with a curling effort that silenced the Miami crowd.
Lionel Messi has played 33 group stages in total with Argentina, Barcelona, PSG, and Inter Miami.
He advanced to the next round 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐘 𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐋𝐄 𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄. ☑️
𝗡𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱. pic.twitter.com/BoDWo9GZr5
— 433 (@433) June 24, 2025
Social media exploded after the match. “Suárez might be old, but he’s still cold,” one fan wrote. But the real buzz was around a halftime moment when Lionel Messi exchanged shirts with Palmeiras’s teenage prodigy Estevão ‘Messinho’ Willian. Fans declared it a symbolic moment: “Messi passing the torch to Messinho — this is football heritage.”
Before Palmeiras' match with Inter Miami, Murilo said, "I'm Team CR7." He was then asked if he would imitate Ronaldo's famous 'Siu' goal celebration if he scores, Murilo said: "Yes, yes. I will do it."
19 minutes into the match he had to be subbed off after picking up an injury… pic.twitter.com/DbWZrM5PXM
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) June 24, 2025
Both teams advanced—Palmeiras topping Group A on goal difference and Inter Miami creating history as the first MLS club to reach the Club World Cup knockout stages.
FC Porto 4–4 Al Ahly
In what was arguably the wildest game of the tournament so far, FC Porto and Al Ahly played out a stunning 4–4 draw at MetLife Stadium. Egyptian striker Wessam Abou Ali lit up the match with a historic hat-trick, scoring in the 15th, 45+2’ (penalty), and 51st minutes. Ali Ben Romdhane added another for Al Ahly, who looked set for a victory that would keep their hopes alive.
شاهد جميع الأهداف الثمانية من مباراة الأهلي وبورتو المثيرة! 🔥
— كاس العالم للاندية ™ (@news_q25) June 24, 2025
But Porto had other plans. They clawed back with goals from Rodrigo Mora, William Gomes, and Samu Aghehowa, before the 41-year-old legend Pepe headed in a dramatic equalizer in the dying minutes.
Despite the exhilarating scoreline, both sides were eliminated. Their previous results meant the draw left them stuck at the bottom of Group A.
في أمريكا 🇺🇸
في السعودية 🇸🇦
في قطر 🇶🇦
في الإمارات 🇦🇪
شاهد الحضور الطاغي، شاهد الشعبية الجارفة!
لم يكتفي الأمر على الحضور فقط بل على الإلتزام باللون الأحمر
والله مغرم جدًا جدًا جدًا بجماهير الاهلي ♥️ pic.twitter.com/eq4EyW9wTQ
— نواف الاسيوي 🇸🇦 (@football_li5) June 24, 2025
Fans reacted with both amazement and heartbreak. “This was football chaos. Defenses forgot it was a competitive match,” joked one user, while Egyptian fans praised Abou Ali’s performance: “A hat-trick on this stage? He’s made history even in exit.” Portuguese fans, meanwhile, saluted Pepe’s never-say-die spirit, calling him “eternal.”
It's Wessam O'clock. ⏰#FIFACWC pic.twitter.com/taVipWrYS6
— TotalEnergies CAFCL & CAFCC 🏆 (@CAFCLCC) June 24, 2025
With Groups A and B now concluded, the tournament’s knockout phase begins to take shape. Paris Saint-Germain will face Inter Miami, a clash that reunites Messi with his former club and coach Luis Enrique, while Palmeiras will face fellow Brazilians Botafogo in a fierce all-South American showdown.
👑 وسام أبو علي🇵🇸 ضد بورتو ~ مباراة لكتب التاريخ والأرقام الفردية ... ✍️🏻
🏅 أول لاعب يسجل ثلاثية للأهلي في تاريخ كأس العالم للأندية
🏅 أول لاعب عربي يسجل ثلاثية في كأس العالم للأندية بنظامها الجديد
🏅 أول لاعب يسجل ثلاثية مثالية في تاريخ المنافسات الرسمية بين القارات للأندية منذ… pic.twitter.com/9Zpw1DpNTZ
— SofascoreAR (@SofascoreARB) June 24, 2025
Day 10 gave us goals, legends, upsets, and future stars—and social media is already counting down to what’s next.
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