FIFA Club World Cup Group Odds, Teams Breakdown, & Key Info

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup kicks off this weekend with 32 teams from across the globe battling it out for the ultimate prize in club football.

With sides from Europe, South America, Africa, Asia, and North America all in the mix, fans can expect a unique blend of styles, stories, and star power. We’ve broken down each group with key info on every team, including how they qualified, their domestic form, and the latest odds to win their group.

Group A

FC Porto

• Country: Portugal
• How they qualified: Earned a spot through UEFA’s club ranking pathway, by their consistent Champions League performances over multiple seasons.
• Odds to win the group: 11/8
• Domestic league finish: 3rd in the 2024–25 Primeira Liga.
• Summary: A top-three domestic finish, alongside strong European showings, cements Porto as a serious Group A contender. They may not be the strongest of the European teams in the competition but they will fancy their chances of topping this group.

Palmeiras SP

• Country: Brazil
• How they qualified: Qualified by winning the 2021 Copa Libertadores.
• Odds to win the group: 15/8
• Domestic league finish: 2nd in the 2024 Brasileirão Série A, behind champions Botafogo.
• Summary: Being former Libertadores champions and runners-up in Brazil’s top division make them a formidable team with strong credentials on multiple fronts.

Inter Miami

• Country: United States
• How they qualified: Earned their Club World Cup place as the United States host-club, having won the 2024 MLS Supporters’ Shield.
• Odds to win the group: 3/1
• Domestic league finish: Finished top of the regular MLS standings (Supporters’ Shield winners), setting a new MLS points record.
• Summary: While they stumbled in the playoffs, Miami’s dominant regular season performance highlights their strength entering the tournament. They boast household names like Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, and Sergio Busquets, although they are all in the twilight of their careers.

Al Ahly

• Country: Egypt
• How they qualified: Qualified by winning the 2020/21, 2022/23 and 2023/24 CAF Champions Leagues.
• Odds to win the group: 9/1
• Domestic league finish: Crowned Egyptian Premier League champions for the 2023–24 season.
• Summary: African champions and domestic league winners mean this team knows how to win. However, the step up in quality here could be hard to adjust to.

Group B

Paris Saint‑Germain (PSG)

• Country: France
• How they qualified: Qualified via UEFA’s four‑year club coefficient ranking, finishing among Europe’s top eligible clubs in the 2021–2024 window.
• Odds to win the group: 5/6
• Domestic league finish: 1st in Ligue 1 2024/25, 19 points ahead of their nearest challengers with just 2 losses during the season.
• Summary: Domestic champions and now Champions of Europe. PSG come in a tricky group but have to be fancied to win this group and make a run at the title. Fatigue could be an issue however after their Champions League campaign.

Atlético Madrid

• Country: Spain
• How they qualified: Secured a berth through UEFA’s four‑year coefficient ranking, ranking 6th among eligible UEFA clubs.
• Odds to win the group: 11/8
• Domestic league finish: 3rd in La Liga 2024–25, behind Barcelona and Real Madrid.
• Summary: A defensively formidable La Liga team with serious European pedigree, Atlético are ready for a deep run in this competition and will pose a serious threat to Champions League winners PSG.

Botafogo (RJ)

• Country: Brazil
• How they qualified: Crowned 2024 Copa Libertadores champions after beating Atlético Mineiro in the final.
• Odds to win the group: 9/1
• Domestic league finish: 1st in 2024 Brasileirão Série A.
• Summary: Riding high with a continental title and Brazilian league victory, Botafogo bring momentum and confidence to Group B.

Seattle Sounders FC

• Country: United States
• How they qualified: Earned their spot as one of the host-nation clubs by winning the 2022 CONCACAF Champions Cup.
• Odds to win the group: 16/1
• Domestic league finish: 7th overall in MLS (4th in Western Conference).
• Summary: A 2022 CONCACAF champion and home advantage with games at Lumen Field, Seattle will lean on local support, but face an uphill battle in a deeply stacked group.

Group C

Bayern Munich

• Country: Germany
• How they qualified: Bayern earned their spot through UEFA’s four-year club coefficient ranking, emerging as the top non-Champions League-winning team in Europe.
• Odds to win the group: 1/2
• Domestic league finish: 1st in the 2024‑25 Bundesliga, clinching the title for the 34th time.
• Summary: As reigning German champions and UEFA’s highest-ranked qualifier, Bayern bring star power, tactical strength under Vincent Kompany, and clear group dominance.

Benfica

• Country: Portugal
• How they qualified: Came through the UEFA ranking pathway, securing their place as one of Europe’s top eligible teams over the four-year cycle .
• Odds to win the group: 3/1
• Domestic league finish: 2nd in the 2024‑25 Primeira Liga, behind Sporting CP.
• Summary: Portugal’s runners-up and top European performers, Benfica have a strong squad with knockout-stage experience and will challenge the group’s heavyweight.

Boca Juniors

• Country: Argentina
• How they qualified: Qualified via UEFA’s CONMEBOL ranking system, earning enough points from previous Copa Libertadores performances, even without winning in the last cycle.
• Odds to win the group: 4/1
• Domestic league finish: 6th in the 2024 Argentine Primera División.
• Summary: A legendary South American club riding historic form but facing inconsistency, capable of surprises, though unlikely to challenge the two European giants.

Auckland City

• Country: New Zealand
• How they qualified: Became the OFC’s sole representative by topping the four-year OFC Club Championship ranking, winning the 2024 OFC Champions League.
• Odds to win the group: 100/1
• Domestic league finish: 1st in the 2023–24 New Zealand National League Northern Conference.
• Summary: Their presence underscores the global spirit of this expanded tournament, but they will surely be up against it here against European and South American giants.

Group D

Chelsea

• Country: England
• How they qualified: Chelsea joined via UEFA’s four-year club coefficient route, ranking among Europe’s top eligible teams despite not winning the Champions League.
• Odds to win the group: 4/7
• Domestic league finish: 4th in the 2024–25 Premier League, securing Champions League qualification under manager Enzo Maresca.
• Summary: A return to top‑four form and European qualification, plus a youthful, dynamic squad, make Chelsea one of the favourites to top Group D. They will come into this tournament with confidence after securing the club’s first ever UEFA Conference League title.

Flamengo (RJ)

• Country: Brazil
• How they qualified: Flamengo earned one of the South American slots thanks to their Copa Libertadores performance, qualifying among the top eligible teams in the confederation’s ranking.
• Odds to win the group: 9/4
• Domestic league finish: 3rd in the 2024 Brasileirão Série A.
• Summary: With Copa Libertadores pedigree and strong domestic form, Flamengo bring flair to Group D. They have a real chance of winning this group.

Los Angeles FC (LAFC)

• Country: United States
• How they qualified: Qualified as an MLS representative by winning the 2024 MLS Cup supporters’ shield route and gaining entry through the U.S./CONCACAF pathway for host-nation clubs.
• Odds to win the group: 6/1
• Domestic league finish: 1st in the 2024 MLS regular season (Western Conference leaders), and winners of the 2024 U.S. Open Cup .
• Summary: Domestic powerhouse with strong regular-season numbers and silverware, LAFC will look to harness their winning culture in their group.

ES Tunis

• Country: Tunisia
• How they qualified: Qualified as runner-up in the Champions League of the African confederation (CAF) and ranked as the club with the highest eligibility in CAF.
• Odds to win the group: 40/1
• Domestic league finish: Champions of the 2024/25 Tunisian Ligue 1.
• Summary: Proven champions of Tunisia and one of Africa’s top sides. ES Tunis brings regional dominance and ambition, though they face a monumental challenge in their first-ever global group stage.

Group E

Inter Milan

• Country: Italy
• How they qualified: Secured qualification through UEFA’s four-year club coefficient ranking, finishing among Europe’s top eligible teams despite not winning the Champions League.
• Odds to win the group: 2/5
• Domestic league finish: 2nd in Serie A 2024–25, just one point behind champions Napoli.
• Summary: As Serie A runners-up and one of Europe’s top-ranked clubs, Inter Milan are strong contenders in Group E. They will be aiming to make amends for the biggest Champions League trashing in the history of the competition under new management in Cristian Chivu.

River Plate

• Country: Argentina
• How they qualified: Qualified through CONMEBOL’s club ranking system, finishing among the top eligible teams in South America.
• Odds to win the group: 9/4
• Domestic league finish: 5th in the 2024 Argentine Primera División.
• Summary: One of the top clubs in Argentina and top Libertadores performers. River Plate bring plenty of quality and experience to Group E.

Urawa Red Diamonds

• Country: Japan
• How they qualified: Qualified as the AFC representative, finishing among the top eligible teams in the AFC club ranking.
• Odds to win the group: 16/1
• Domestic league finish: 13th in the 2024 J1 League.
• Summary: They will have an uphill task to compete against the top two sides here.

Monterrey

• Country: Mexico
• How they qualified: Qualified through the CONCACAF club ranking system, finishing among the top eligible teams in North America.
• Odds to win the group: 20/1
• Domestic league finish: 7th in the 2024–25 Liga MX Apertura.
• Summary: Will likely struggle in this group.

Group F

Borussia Dortmund

• Country: Germany
• How they qualified: Secured qualification through UEFA’s four-year club coefficient ranking, finishing among Europe’s top eligible teams despite not winning the Champions League.
• Odds to win the group: 1/2
• Domestic league finish: 4th in the 2024–25 Bundesliga, securing a Champions League spot with a strong late-season run under manager Niko Kovač.
• Summary: After a mid-season managerial change, Dortmund surged from 11th to 4th place, so they come into this competition in form.

Fluminense

• Country: Brazil
• How they qualified: Qualified through CONMEBOL’s club ranking system, finishing among the top eligible teams in South America.
• Odds to win the group: 2/1
• Domestic league finish: 13th in the 2024 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A.
• Summary: Despite a poor league performance last year, Fluminense are performing better so far this season which has them in 5th in the early stages of the Brazilian league. They will need to step up a level if they are to trouble Dortmund, however.

Ulsan Hyundai

• Country: South Korea
• How they qualified: Qualified as the AFC representative, finishing among the top eligible teams in the AFC club ranking.
• Odds to win the group: 12/1
• Domestic league finish: 1st in the 2024 K League 1.
• Summary: Under manager Kim Pan-gon, Ulsan completed a historic three-peat in the K League. Their robust defence and tactical discipline make them interesting underdogs in Group F.

Mamelodi Sundowns

• Country: South Africa
• How they qualified: Qualified through CAF’s club ranking system, finishing among the top eligible teams in Africa.
• Odds to win the group: 25/1
• Domestic league finish: 1st in the 2023/24 South African Premier Division, continuing their dominance in domestic football.
• Summary: Their long odds in this group are reflective of their chances as they will face a tough task against the top two sides.

Group G

Manchester City

• Country: England
• How they qualified: Earned a spot via winning the Champions League in 2023.
• Odds to win the group: 2/5
• Domestic league finish: 3rd in the 2024–25 Premier League.
• Summary: After an up-and-down season, Man City showed signs of their old selves towards the end of their domestic campaign and are worthy group favourites here.

Juventus

• Country: Italy
• How they qualified: Qualified through UEFA’s ranking pathway as one of Europe’s top-rated clubs based on recent Champions League and Europa League performances.
• Odds to win the group: 2/1
• Domestic league finish: 4th in Serie A.
• Summary: Juventus bring big tournament experience and tactical discipline. They are without doubt the chief challengers to Man City in Group G.

Al-Ain

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• How they qualified: Qualified by winning the 2023–24 AFC Champions League.
• Odds to win the group: 25/1
• Domestic league finish: 3rd in the 2023–24 UAE Pro League.
• Summary: AFC Champions League winners with previous Club World Cup final experience, Al-Ain have pedigree, but a challenging group awaits them.

Wydad AC

• Country: Morocco
• How they qualified: Qualified via CAF’s ranking system, having won the 2021/22 CAF Champions League.
• Odds to win the group: 50/1
• Domestic league finish: 3rd in the 2024/25 Botola Pro.
• Summary: Morocco’s most successful club, but they will be up against it here when facing European heavyweights like Man City and Juventus.

Group H

Real Madrid

• Country: Spain
• How they qualified: Qualified as UEFA’s top-ranked club over the four-year coefficient cycle.
• Odds to win the group: 1/6
• Domestic league finish: 2nd in La Liga 2024/25.
• Summary: Despite a difficult season on both domestic and European fronts, Real Madrid are deservedly overwhelming favourites to top Group H. The arrival of new manager Xabi Alonso ahead of this Club World Cup campaign should provide a spark to the team, along with the arrival of Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool.

Al Hilal Riyadh

• Country: Saudi Arabia
• How they qualified: Earned a spot by winning the AFC Champions League in 2021.
• Odds to win the group: 8/1
• Domestic league finish: 2nd in the 2024/25 Saudi Pro League.
• Summary: Backed by massive investment and Asian dominance, Al Hilal bring serious credentials which could see them qualify from this group.

Red Bull Salzburg

• Country: Austria
• How they qualified: Qualified via UEFA’s club coefficient pathway.
• Odds to win the group: 9/1
• Domestic league finish: 2nd in the 2024/25 Austrian Bundesliga.
• Summary: A prolific developer of young talent, Salzburg can surprise with pace and energy, but they could face a challenge to qualify from this group.

Pachuca

• Country: Mexico
• How they qualified: Booked their place by winning the 2024 CONCACAF Champions Cup.
• Odds to win the group: 20/1
• Domestic league finish: 8th in the 2024/25 Liga MX Clausura regular season.
• Summary: Their 2024 CONCACAF Champions Cup title shows they can perform in these types of tournaments and they could be an interesting bet to qualify from this group.

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