Real Madrid and Manchester City have advanced to the round of 16 in the FIFA Club World Cup after strong group stage performances, setting up exciting knockout matches.
Real Madrid secured top spot in Group H with a convincing 3–0 win over RB Salzburg in Philadelphia. Goals from Vinícius Jr. and Gonzalo Garcia helped Xabi Alonso’s side dominate and adapt tactically. Madrid will now face Juventus in Miami on July 1.
Meanwhile, Manchester City continued their dominant run by topping Group G with a 5–2 victory over Juventus, scoring through players like Jeremy Doku and Erling Haaland. City will meet Al Hilal, who claimed second place in Group H, in Orlando on June 30.
Upcoming Round of 16 Fixtures:
Real Madrid vs. Juventus — Miami, July 1
Manchester City vs. Al Hilal — Orlando, June 30
Bottom Line:
With these wins, Real Madrid and Manchester City are favorites heading into the knockout phase of the expanded Club World Cup, promising high-quality clashes ahead.
