S.L. Benfica will face FC Bayern Munich in a crucial Group C fixture of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group Stage today, Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 (local time in the US). This highly anticipated match is being held at the **Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, United States**. Kick-off is at 3:00 PM ET (12:00 PM PT local time in the US) on Tuesday, June 24th. For viewers in Kochi, Kerala, India, this translates to **12:30 AM IST on Wednesday, June 25th, 2025**.
Recent Form (Last 5 Competitive Matches)
Benfica: W-D-L-W-W (Overall: 3 Wins, 1 Draw, 1 Loss – *Their last two Club World Cup matches were a 6-0 win against Auckland City FC and a 2-2 draw with Boca Juniors*)
Bayern Munich: W-W-W-W-L (Overall: 4 Wins, 0 Draws, 1 Loss – *Their last two Club World Cup matches were a 2-1 win against Boca Juniors and a dominant 10-0 win against Auckland City FC*)
Head-to-Head (All-Time)
Benfica and Bayern Munich have a long history, predominantly in the UEFA Champions League. Bayern Munich has a dominant record against Benfica:
- In 12 previous competitive meetings, Bayern Munich has **10 wins and 2 draws** against Benfica.
- Benfica has **never beaten Bayern Munich** in a competitive fixture.
- Their most recent competitive clash was in the 2024/25 Champions League campaign, where Bayern won 1-0.
This will be their **first-ever meeting in the FIFA Club World Cup**.
Team News
Benfica: The Portuguese champions have had a strong showing in the Club World Cup, with a commanding 6-0 victory over Auckland City and a resilient 2-2 draw with Boca Juniors. They sit second in Group C and need a win against Bayern to top the group, otherwise they will likely progress as one of the best second-placed teams. They will be without Andrea Belotti, who is suspended after receiving a red card in their opening match. Former Bayern man Renato Sanches and veteran Ángel Di María (who has 3 goals in the tournament) will be key. Florentino is out with a shoulder injury.
Bayern Munich: The German giants have been dominant, securing two wins (10-0 vs Auckland City and 2-1 vs Boca Juniors) to lead Group C and already guarantee their place in the knockout stages. They need only a draw to secure the top spot in the group. Jamal Musiala, who was the hat-trick hero against Auckland City, picked up a knock against Boca but trained on Sunday and should be available, though he might be eased back. Harry Kane is off the mark in the tournament and will look to add to his tally. Alphonso Davies, Hiroki Ito, and Kim Min-Jae are confirmed absentees due to injury.
Predicted Lineups
Benfica (4-2-3-1): Trubin; Aursnes, António Silva, Otamendi (c), Carreras; Di María, Renato Sanches; Prestianni, Barreiro, Aktürkoğlu; Pavlidis.
Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1): Neuer (c); Laimer, Tah, Upamecano, Guerreiro; Kimmich, Pavlovic; Olise, Müller, Coman; Kane.
Match Facts
- This is a Group C match of the inaugural expanded FIFA Club World Cup 2025.
- Benfica qualified via UEFA’s ranking pathway.
- Bayern Munich qualified as the 2023/24 UEFA Champions League winner.
- Group C also features Argentine giants Boca Juniors and OFC champions Auckland City FC.
- As of this matchday, Bayern Munich has 6 points from two matches (2 wins, +11 goal difference). Benfica has 4 points from two matches (1 win, 1 draw, +6 goal difference).
- Bayern Munich has already qualified for the knockout stages and needs a draw to secure first place in the group.
- Benfica has a strong chance to qualify as a second-placed team but can top the group with a win over Bayern.
- The Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the host venues for the tournament.
Score Prediction
While Bayern Munich has already qualified, they will want to maintain their perfect record and secure the top spot, demonstrating their dominance. Benfica will be highly motivated to make history by finally beating Bayern and potentially topping the group. Expect a high-quality match, with both teams showcasing their attacking prowess. Bayern’s superior depth and historical dominance against Benfica might give them the edge, but Benfica’s recent form suggests they can challenge. Prediction: S.L. Benfica 1-2 FC Bayern Munich.
Where to Watch
The match starts at 12:30 AM IST on Wednesday, June 25th, 2025. Here’s where you can watch:
- In the United Kingdom: **DAZN** (streaming, free to view globally excluding certain territories like Belarus, Cuba, China, Iran, North Korea, Russia, Syria). Select matches may also be shown on **Channel 5**.
- In the United States: **DAZN** (Free on DAZN app), **TBS**, and **truTV**.
- In India: The match will be live-streamed on the **DAZN website** and the **FanCode app/website**. It is **not expected to be telecast on traditional TV channels** in India, though select games might be on Eurosport.
- Check your local listings for other broadcasters globally.
Free Ways to Watch
As mentioned, DAZN is broadcasting all 63 matches of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 **free to view globally** (with some territorial exceptions), requiring only an email address to register for a free account. Always ensure you are using legal and reliable sources for streaming.
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