The FIFA Club World Cup is approaching its final stages, with the eight remaining teams set to compete in the quarterfinals. These matches precede the semifinals and the final, scheduled for July 13 at MetLife Stadium. While major European clubs like Juventus, Inter, and Manchester City were eliminated in the Round of 16, others have kept their hopes alive. Here`s a ranking of the four quarterfinal matchups taking place this weekend, along with a preview of what to expect:
4. Palmeiras vs. Chelsea
Palmeiras secured their spot by winning 1-0 against fellow Brazilians Botafogo in the Round of 16. They will face Chelsea, managed by Enzo Maresca, who advanced after a 4-1 victory over Benfica. The Chelsea match was notably suspended for around two hours due to severe storms, leading Maresca to comment afterward, calling the situation a “joke” and “not football” given the lengthy delay. Palmeiras striker Estevao, who is set to join Chelsea after the tournament, might potentially play his last game for the Brazilian side against his future club. This makes for an intriguing encounter.
- Date: Friday, July 4
- Location: Lincoln Financial Field — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Odds: Palmeiras +280; Draw +220; Chelsea +105
3. Real Madrid vs. Borussia Dortmund
Xabi Alonso`s Real Madrid is set to face Borussia Dortmund in the Club World Cup quarterfinals. These teams have a history, including the 2024 Champions League final at Wembley, where Carlo Ancelotti`s Real Madrid defeated the German giants 2-0. Real Madrid`s Jude Bellingham will not play against his brother Jobe, who recently joined Dortmund this summer, as the younger English midfielder received a yellow card against Monterrey and is suspended.
- Date: Saturday, July 5
- Location: MetLife Stadium — East Rutherford, New Jersey
- Odds: Real Madrid -190; Draw +330; BVB +430
2. Fluminense vs. Al-Hilal
This match features two of the biggest surprises from the Round of 16. Fluminense advanced by knocking out 2025 Champions League finalists Inter with a 2-0 win. Al-Hilal provided another shock by defeating Manchester City 4-3. As these two unexpected quarterfinalists meet on Friday, one is guaranteed a spot in the tournament`s top four and will face the winner of the Chelsea vs. Palmeiras tie.
- Date: Friday, July 4
- Location: Camping World Stadium — Orlando, Florida
- Odds: Fluminense +180; Draw +230; Al-Hilal +150
1. PSG vs. Bayern Munich
PSG will take on Bayern Munich in what promises to be one of the tournament`s premier matchups. The German giants will face the 2024-25 Champions League winners in the quarterfinals, and the victor of this clash will be a strong contender for the world championship title. PSG has shown dominant form, winning their Round of 16 match against Inter Miami 4-0, while Bayern Munich defeated Flamengo 4-2. This is truly a must-watch match.
- Date: Saturday, July 5
- Location: Mercedes-Benz Stadium — Atlanta, Georgia
- Odds: PSG +120; Draw +260; Bayern Munich +210
Benedict Kingsley 
Adrian Whitmore