FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Semifinals: Matches, Favorites, and Where to Watch!

Who would have thought? The Super World Cup has become a massive success, drawing international stars and breathtaking matches. Only four teams remain in the tournament, with the semifinals kicking off this Tuesday, July 8 — and you can get emotional and plan your sports bets!

Fluminense has surprised everyone by knocking out giants along the way and is the only non-European club still alive in the competition. They’ll face Chelsea, who are looking to prove they’re back at the top of world football, in what will be the Blues’ third match against a Brazilian side in this World Cup.

On the other side, PSG is enjoying a solid campaign and comes in confident as the current UEFA Champions League winner. Their opponent will be none other than Real Madrid, the most successful club in both European and world football — a true giant of the world’s most popular sport.

And if you want to follow every thrilling moment and place that winning bet, we’ve got good news: the odds are sharp! We’ve prepared this guide with everything you need to know about the penultimate stage of the 2025 Club World Cup. Join us, because the excitement is guaranteed!

Fluminense vs. Chelsea

The semifinals will kick off with Fluminense facing Chelsea at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey at 4 PM this Tuesday, July 8. The clash promises reunions, emotion, and the definition of the first finalist of the FIFA Club World Cup.

At the start of the tournament, Fluminense wasn’t expected to go far, but Renato Portaluppi’s team has surprised everyone. Still unbeaten, the last South American representative held Borussia Dortmund to a draw — actually playing better — and showed organized, competitive football, eliminating Champions League runners-up Inter Milan and Al-Hilal along the way.

As for Chelsea, doubts arose after a 3-1 defeat to Flamengo in the Group Stage, but they bounced back and come into this match with confidence. After thrashing Benfica 4-1, Enzo Maresca’s team dominated Palmeiras in the first half and beat the Brazilian side 2-1 once again.

There are two key reunions to watch for in this match. Chelsea legend Thiago Silva, now a Fluminense player, spent four years with the Blues, winning three trophies before returning to his boyhood club last year. Meanwhile, striker João Pedro, who recently joined Chelsea, will face his former club, where he scored nine goals and provided three assists in 33 matches during the 2019 season before moving to Watford.

Absences

For Chelsea, striker Liam Delap and defender Levi Colwill are suspended and will miss the match. Midfielder Roméo Lavia and defender Benoit Badiashile are sidelined due to injury, but right-back Reece James — who was withdrawn just before the match against Palmeiras — is expected to return to the squad.

Fluminense, on the other hand, will be missing left-back Freytes and midfielder Martinelli, both suspended due to yellow card accumulation. Aside from that, Renato Portaluppi is expected to have a full squad available and will likely stick with the three-center-back formation.

Expected Lineups

Fluminense (3-5-2): Fábio; Thiago Silva, Ignácio, and Renê (Thiago Santos); Guga (Samuel Xavier), Bernal, Nonato, Hércules, and Fuentes; Arias and Cano.

Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Sánchez; Gusto (Reece James), Adarabioyo, Chalobah, and Cucurella; Caicedo and Enzo Fernández; Pedro Neto, Cole Palmer, and Madueke (Andrey Santos); João Pedro (Nicolas Jackson).

Head-to-Head Record

Fluminense and Chelsea have never faced each other before. The Tricolor from Rio de Janeiro has played against English clubs 13 times, with seven wins, five losses, and one draw. However, in official matches, the record isn’t favorable: Fluminense was thrashed 4-0 by Manchester City in the final of the 2023 Club World Cup.

Chelsea has a mixed record against Brazilian teams in official matches: in four encounters, they’ve lost once each to Corinthians and Flamengo but defeated Palmeiras twice. This semi-final will serve as a tiebreaker for the Blues against Brazilian opponents.

Expectations

According to the odds, Chelsea is the clear favorite: 1.69 to win the match compared to 5.4 for a Fluminense victory. The draw is priced at 3.9, which means if it happens, get ready for extra time.

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Paris Saint-Germain vs. Real Madrid

On the other side of the bracket, Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid will face off in a true Champions League clash to decide who will reach the final. The match will also take place at MetLife Stadium, in New Jersey, on Wednesday, July 9, at 4 PM.

Under the command of Luis Enrique, PSG arrives in great form, having conceded just one goal in the tournament — a 1-0 defeat to Botafogo in the Group Stage. The current Champions League holders thrashed Atlético de Madrid and Lionel Messi's Inter Miami by 4-0, and also defeated Bayern Munich 2-0 with authority — despite finishing the match with two players sent off.

Meanwhile, Real Madrid is under new leadership, with Xabi Alonso showcasing the tactical prowess that has made him one of the most promising coaches in the world. Unbeaten so far, Los Merengues easily defeated both Juventus and Borussia Dortmund, proving once again why they are the most feared team on the planet.

And yes, this is another match full of reunions. It will be Kylian Mbappé’s second match against PSG after leaving the club in a controversial departure. On the French side, right-back Achraf Hakimi was developed by the Spanish giants but played little for them before joining the current European champions in 2021.

Absences

Luis Enrique has only two absences for this match: defenders Lucas Hernández and Willian Pacho, both sent off against Bayern Munich. Otherwise, PSG should have their full squad available.

On the other side, Xabi Alonso will be without center-back Dejan Huijsen, who was sent off against Borussia Dortmund. Striker Kylian Mbappé had a brief hospital visit due to a stomach virus but is expected to play.

Expected Lineups

PSG (4-3-3): Donnarumma; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Beraldo, Nuno Mendes; João Neves, Vitinha, Fabián Ruiz; Dembélé, Doué, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.

Real Madrid (4-3-3): Courtois; Alexander-Arnold, Rüdiger, Asencio, Fran García; Valverde, Tchouameni, Arda Güler; Bellingham, Gonzalo García, Vinícius Júnior.

Head-to-Head Record

There’s history here! These two European giants have met 12 times over the years, with Real Madrid holding the advantage with five victories. PSG is not far behind though: they’ve won four times, with three draws keeping things balanced. In other words, anything can happen!

Expectations

It’s hard to pick a clear winner here! With odds of 2.3, Paris Saint-Germain has a slight edge, but nothing overwhelming — it’s favoritism with an asterisk! On the other side, Real Madrid comes in at odds of 2.88 and let’s be honest, when Los Merengues are seen as “underdogs,” that’s when they love to surprise the most!

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Who Will Win the FIFA Club World Cup 2025?

At the top of the list of likely champions is Paris Saint-Germain, with odds of 2.37. The Parisians are the current favorites, arriving full of confidence, boasting a star-studded squad, and eager to conquer the world (literally).

Right behind them is Real Madrid, with odds of 2.75, showing that you should never doubt the kings of the Champions League — and it’s no coincidence they are the most successful team in world football. Under Xabi Alonso’s leadership, Los Merengues bring that clever, street-smart, and decisive football that only true winners display.

Chelsea stands at odds of 3.75, and while they’re not the top pick, you can’t count the Blues out. With a strong and motivated squad, the English know how to handle high-pressure matches like few others.

And finally, Fluminense, with odds of 13.0, is the true underdog on the road to the trophy. The Tricolor from Rio may not be the favorite, but they’ve already caused enough upsets in this tournament that no one dares to say it’s impossible!

Where to Watch the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Semifinals?

All matches will be broadcast live on CazéTV, with streaming options available both on YouTube and Disney+.

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