How does the Club World Cup knockout stage work; who and how many qualified?

We’ve made it to the final of the FIFA Club World Cup, and it’s a big one. After a string of thrilling knockout games, it all comes down to Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain. Two giants, one last match, and everything on the line.

But how did they get to this point in a revamped structure introduced for 2025? Here's how the knockout stage phase works at the FIFA Club World Cup. 

How does the Club World Cup knockout stage work?

The sixteen remaining teams were paired together based on their positions in their respective groups. 

Therefore, the winners of each group faced the runners-up from an alternate group; for example, Palmeiras (Winner of Group A) took on Botafogo (Runners-up in Group B). 

• Round of 16: Saturday, June 28 - Tuesday, July 1
• Quarter-finals: Friday, July 4 - Saturday, July 5
• Semi-finals: Tuesday, July 8 - Wednesday, July 9
• Final: Sunday, July 13

FIFA Club World Cup semi-final fixtures

Dates and times below are US-specific.

Tuesday, July 8

• Fluminense 0 - 2 Chelsea

Wednesday, July 9

• Paris Saint-Germain 4 - 0 Real Madrid

When and where is the Club World Cup final?

Chelsea and PSG will meet in the final of the FIFA Club World Cup at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on Sunday, July 13.

• Date: Sunday, July 13
• Time: 3pm ET/12pm PT/8pm UK 

How to watch the Club World Cup on DAZN

It is simple to watch the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup on DAZN, whether on your TV, phone, tablet or computer.

Just follow these instructions....

• Download the free DAZN App from your normal App store on your TV, phone, tablet, or streaming device
• On a laptop or PC   visit www.DAZN.com/home
• Select 'Get started' or 'log in'
• Enter your email address, or sign up via the Apple, Google or Facebook options
• You then have access to all of DAZN's free content, including all Club World Cup matches and content
• You can also upgrade to DAZN's premium Club World Cup service or a regular DAZN membership, should you then wish to

Watch every match of the 2025 Club World Cup live and free on DAZN.  More information and to sign up for a free account here