Day 14 of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup brings two thrilling Round of 16 matchups as the knockout stage continues in the United States. With teams from Brazil and Europe clashing for a spot in the quarter-finals, all eyes will be on Philadelphia and Charlotte for what promises to be a dramatic night of football.
Palmeiras vs. Botafogo
7:00 PM Cairo Time (12:00 PM ET)
Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia
Two Brazilian giants clash in a knockout battle. Palmeiras topped Group A with disciplined performances, whereas Botafogo surprised many by progressing from Group B with strong defense and counter-attacking tactics.
Conditions are expected to be hot and humid—around 30 °C—making fitness key . The winner will face the victor of Benfica vs. Chelsea in the quarter-finals.
Benfica vs. Chelsea
11:00 PM Cairo Time (4:00 PM ET)
Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte
An all-European showdown. Benfica advanced unbeaten in their group, including a win over Bayern Munich.
Chelsea finished second in theirs, bouncing back with a 3–0 win over Étoile du Sahel after a slip-up against Flamengo.
Expect a hot, possibly stormy night in Charlotte—temperatures might feel like 31 °C, with humidity resembling late June conditions.
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