Group E of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup promises plenty of drama, and one of its marquee matchups features Monterrey taking on European powerhouse Inter Milan. The game will be a true test of Liga MX talent vs European elite, as both clubs aim to stake their claim in a tightly contested group.

Date, Time, and Venue in the U.S.

• Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
• Venue: Rose Bowl, Pasadena, California
• Kick-off Time: 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT

This iconic venue will once again be the stage for high-stakes action, as Group E continues with River Plate and Urawa Red Diamonds also competing previously on the day.

Team Form and Key Players

Monterrey

Back at the Club World Cup for the first time since winning the 2021 Concacaf Champions League, Rayados arrive with renewed ambition. Head coach Domènec Torrent has assembled a balanced squad led by seasoned stars like Sergio Ramos, Sergio Canales, and rising talent Nelson Deossa. Monterrey will look to combine tactical discipline with local crowd support to challenge the European giants.

Inter Milan

Inter enter the tournament as UEFA Champions League runners-up and have undergone a coaching change, with Cristian Chivu now at the helm. Despite a recent defeat to PSG in pre-tournament preparations, Inter’s lineup remains stacked—with leaders such as Lautaro Martínez, Marcus Thuram, and Federico Dimarco ready to make their mark.

What’s at Stake?

This match could prove decisive in shaping Group E’s path to the Round of 16. Inter Milan is seen as the group favorite, but Monterrey’s familiarity with U.S. conditions, strong Latin American fan presence, and solid backline could be key to pulling off an upset.

Beyond the sporting implications, this is also a clash of footballing cultures—European tradition facing off against the rising force of North American leagues like Liga MX and MLS.

With River Plate lurking in the group, three points here could make all the difference.