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Real Madrid vs Pachuca: Date, Time and Everything You Need to Know About the Club World Cup Clash
The iconic Real Madrid, managed by Xabi Alonso, faces Mexican side Pachuca in a crucial Group H showdown at the 2025 Club World Cup. Here's everything you need to know before kickoff.
When and where is the match?
The Real Madrid vs Pachuca match will be played on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, United States. Kickoff times in the U.S. are as follows:
- 12:00 p.m. PT
- 1:00 p.m. MT
- 2:00 p.m. CT
- 3:00 p.m. ET
Real Madrid Looking to Bounce Back
In their opener, Real Madrid drew 1-1 with Al Hilal, with Gonzalo García scoring for Los Blancos and Rúben Neves equalizing from the penalty spot for the Saudis. Still missing Kylian Mbappé due to gastroenteritis, the team needs a victory to take control of their group standing. With key players like Thibaut Courtois, Jude Bellingham, Federico Valverde, Luka Modrić, and new signing Trent Alexander-Arnold, head coach Xabi Alonso will aim to dominate possession and exploit the wings to break down Pachuca’s defense.
Pachuca in a Must-Win Situation
The squad coached by Jaime Lozano fell 2-1 in their opening match against RB Salzburg, despite showing offensive grit and resilience. With striker Salomón Rondón leading the line, along with talents like John Kennedy, Agustín Palavecino, Federico Pereira, and Andrés Micolta, Pachuca will be looking to tighten their defense and generate sharper attacks. Only by securing points can the Mexican club stay alive in the competition.
What’s at Stake in Group H
Group H includes Real Madrid, Pachuca, RB Salzburg, and Al Hilal. Only the top two teams advance to the Round of 16. A win would all but guarantee Real Madrid a place in the knockout phase, while Pachuca needs at least a draw to keep their hopes alive heading into the final group matchday.
The Real Madrid vs Pachuca match will kick off this Sunday at 3:00 p.m. ET / 2:00 p.m. CT / 1:00 p.m. MT / 12:00 p.m. PT. It’s a high-stakes clash between the experience and pedigree of the Spanish giants and the ambition of the Mexican challengers in one of the most anticipated matches in Group H.