Day 13 of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup served up group-stage fireworks, where goals, grit, and tactical masterclasses shaped the path to the Round of 16.
Across four pivotal matches in iconic U.S. venues, qualification battles were decided and tensions ran high. From clinical finishes to weather‑blighted skirmishes, Friday's action delivered a thrilling finale to Groups G and H.
Manchester City 5–2 Juventus
Group G | Camping World Stadium, Orlando
City roared into the knockout stage with authority, routing Juventus in a spectacular encounter. Jérémy Doku opened the scoring early, followed by an own goal from Pierre Kalulu just before halftime. Erling Haaland came off the bench to notch his 300th career goal before Phil Foden and Savinho added late gloss to complete the 5 – 2 win. Despite a quick Juventus reply from Koopmeiners, City’s attacking depth—featuring Rodri, Reijnders, Aït‑Nouri, and Savinho—underlined their status as favoritesز
Real Madrid 3–0 Red Bull Salzburg
Group H | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia
Under manager Xabi Alonso, Real Madrid secured top spot in Group H with a composed 3–0 victory. Jude Bellingham orchestrated play from midfield, setting up Vinícius Jr for the opener. Vinícius then teed up Fede Valverde for the second, and academy forward Gonzalo García sealed the win with a late strike—his second goal in the tournament.
Al‑Hilal 2–0 Pachuca
Group H | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia
Al‑Hilal clinched second place and a Round of 16 showdown with Manchester City by beating Pachuca. Salem Al‑Dawsari opened the scoring in the 22nd minute, and Marcos Leonardo added the insurance goal in stoppage time.
Al Ain 2–1 Wydad AC
Group G | Audi Field, Washington, D.C.
In a dead rubber match for two eliminated teams, Al Ain edged Wydad 2–1. Wydad struck early through Cassius Mailula, but Al Ain responded with a first-half penalty and a winner just after halftime from Kaku.
Day 13 will be remembered for its dazzling displays and decisive moments. Manchester City stamped authority on Group G, while Real Madrid and Al‑Hilal confirmed their places from Group H. The knockout bracket is now locked in—with City facing Al‑Hilal and Madrid set to meet Juventus. The stage is set for blockbuster clashes ahead.
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