The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup has witnessed several top clubs already eliminated from the tournament. Here’s a list of teams that have been knocked out:
Auckland City FC: Auckland City FC was one of the first teams to be eliminated from the tournament. They suffered heavy defeats, including a 10-0 loss to Bayern Munich and a 5-0 loss to Benfica.
Los Angeles FC: Los Angeles FC lost to Chelsea 2-0 and Espérance de Tunis 1-0, sealing their elimination from the tournament.
Seattle Sounders: The Seattle Sounders were defeated 3-1 by Atletico Madrid, with Pablo Barrios scoring twice for the Spanish side. This was Seattle’s second consecutive loss, confirming their elimination.
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Urawa Red Diamonds: Urawa Red Diamonds held a 1-0 lead against Inter Milan but succumbed to late goals, losing 2-1. They had previously lost to River Plate 3-1.
Ulsan HD: Ulsan HD lost to Fluminense 4-2, despite initially taking the lead. They had also lost to Mamelodi Sundowns in their opening match.
These teams have been eliminated due to losses in their group stage matches, making it impossible for them to advance to the knockout stage. The tournament is heating up, with several teams still competing for a chance to be crowned the best club team in the world.
The Club World Cup features top clubs from around the world, each vying for the prestigious title. The tournament is known for its intense matches and surprising upsets.
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Despite their elimination, the teams that have been knocked out have showcased their skills and determination on the pitch.
The competition will continue with the remaining teams battling it out for a chance to lift the trophy. Fans can expect more thrilling matches and dramatic moments as the tournament progresses
