The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup heats up as Real Madrid face Pachuca in a crucial Group H showdown on Sunday, June 22 at 3:00 PM ET at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. With both teams seeking their first win of the tournament, this clash could determine who advances to the knockout stage.
Match Overview
- Real Madrid Record: 0–1–0 (1 point, 1–1 draw vs Al Hilal)
- Pachuca Record: 0–0–1 (0 points, 1–2 loss vs RB Salzburg)
- Group H Standings: Salzburg (3 pts), Real Madrid (1), Al Hilal (1), Pachuca (0)
- Broadcast: TNT, truTV, DAZN (free stream), TUDN, FIFA+
Head-to-Head History
| Matches Played | Real Madrid Wins | Pachuca Wins | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Last Meeting: Real Madrid defeated Pachuca 3–0 in the 2024 FIFA Intercontinental Cup Final.
🌟 Players to Watch
Real Madrid (Spain)
- Gonzalo García: Scored in the opener vs Al Hilal and is expected to lead the line again with Mbappé and Endrick unavailable.
- Jude Bellingham: The midfield maestro created five chances in the first match and remains the heartbeat of Madrid’s attack.
- Trent Alexander-Arnold: Making his Club World Cup debut, the Englishman adds width and set-piece threat from right back.
Unavailable: Kylian Mbappé (illness), Endrick (hamstring), Camavinga, Alaba, Militão, Carvajal, Mendy (injuries)
Pachuca (Mexico)
- Salomón Rondón: The veteran striker scored 26 goals last season and is Pachuca’s best hope for a breakthrough.
- Kenedy: The former Chelsea winger brings flair and pace on the left flank.
- Bryan González: Scored a free-kick in the opener and offers danger from set pieces.
Unavailable: Andrés Micolta (ACL)
Tactical Breakdown
- Real Madrid: Xabi Alonso’s 4-2-3-1 emphasizes possession and vertical progression. Expect high pressing and overlapping fullbacks.
- Pachuca: Likely to sit deep in a 4-3-3, relying on counterattacks and Rondón’s hold-up play. They’ll need to be clinical with limited chances.
Projected Lineups
Real Madrid (4-2-3-1):
Courtois; Alexander-Arnold, Huijsen, Asencio, Fran García; Tchouaméni, Valverde; Rodrygo, Bellingham, Vinícius Jr; Gonzalo García
Pachuca (4-3-3):
Moreno; Rodríguez, Pereira, Eduardo, González; Montiel, Pedraza, Palavecino; Kenedy, Rondón, Domínguez
MATCH ODDS
Real Madrid – 300 Draw + 475 Pachuca + 800
Over 3.5 + 125 Under 3.5 – 160
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, June 21, 2025
