Sat Jun 21 14:58:25 UTC 2025: **Real Madrid and Pachuca Set for Club World Cup Clash in Charlotte**

**Charlotte, NC** – Five-time champions Real Madrid are set to face Mexico’s Pachuca in a crucial group stage match of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. The game, a rematch of last December’s FIFA Intercontinental Cup final, is scheduled for Sunday, June 22 at 3:00 PM EDT.

Both teams are under pressure to secure a win after mixed results in their opening matches. Real Madrid drew 1-1 with Al Hilal of Saudi Arabia, while Pachuca suffered a 2-1 defeat against Red Bull Salzburg. A loss for either side would significantly diminish their chances of advancing from a group led by Salzburg.

Real Madrid’s new manager, Xabi Alonso, is navigating the tournament with a squad hampered by injuries and illness. Star forward Kylian Mbappe is recovering from gastroenteritis and his availability remains uncertain. Endrick is also sidelined with a hamstring injury, and several other key players are unavailable due to fitness concerns.

Pachuca, on the other hand, is expected to field an unchanged lineup, relying on the attacking partnership of former Premier League players Salomon Rondon and Kenedy.

This match marks only the second time these two clubs have met, with Real Madrid securing a dominant 3-0 victory in the Intercontinental Cup final last year. All eyes will be on Charlotte this weekend as these two sides battle for crucial points in the FIFA Club World Cup.

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