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Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are ready to launch their historic FIFA Club World Cup 2025 campaign with a high-stakes opener against Egyptian powerhouse Al Ahly. The curtain-raiser takes place at the iconic Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, marking the debut appearance of the MLS side in this newly expanded global tournament.
With 32 teams competing across 63 matches in this month-long spectacle, football fans across the globe are eager to witness the drama unfold—especially with legends like Messi, Busquets, and Luis Suárez leading the charge for Miami.
Match Details: When and where?
The Inter Miami vs Al Ahly match is scheduled to kick off on Sunday, June 15, at 8:00 PM ET in the United States and 5:30 AM IST on Monday in India. The clash will be held at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, a fitting stage for what promises to be a thrilling start to the tournament.
Live streaming and broadcast information by region
India
Football fans in India can catch the match live and for free via the DAZN website and app. The platform holds streaming rights for the Club World Cup across multiple regions, making it the go-to destination for Indian viewers.
United States
In the US, the game will be broadcast on TBS in English and TUDN in Spanish. Fans can also live stream the match free via DAZN. Additionally, 24 matches of the tournament will air on TNT Sports, while Televisa Univision Networks will offer Spanish-language coverage of 18 matches—many of which will be simulcast on DAZN.
United Kingdom
UK viewers will have access to 23 live matches, including this one, via Channel 5. The rest of the tournament, including Inter Miami vs Al Ahly, will be available through DAZN’s digital streaming services.
Rest of the World
For most international regions, including Europe, South America, and Southeast Asia, DAZN will offer comprehensive coverage of the tournament. Fans are advised to check their local listings or DAZN’s global access policy for full details.
What the coaches are saying
Ahead of the much-anticipated opener, Al Ahly head coach Jose Riveiro spoke about the challenge of facing Messi:
“Above all else, he has a skill that is incredible; he has a brilliant understanding of what is happening on the field. He is still the player he was, in the final third, close to goal, and he has a great understanding with Busquets and Luis Suarez,” said Riveiro.
“I think it is about ensuring they don’t get good service and trying to stop them. We know there are things that we need to do very well so that (Miami) might make mistakes.”
On the other side, Inter Miami faces an early blow with Jordi Alba and Yannick Bright ruled out for the match, as confirmed by head coach Javier Mascherano.
As Messi steps onto the Club World Cup stage with a new badge on his chest, fans across continents will be watching closely to see whether Inter Miami can make a statement against one of Africa’s most successful clubs. Don't miss this global spectacle.
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