Watching Benfica at the FIFA Club World Cup: Your Guide to Every Match on TV
S.L. Benfica, one of Portugal's most iconic and successful clubs, is set to make its mark on the inaugural expanded FIFA Club World Cup in 2025. With a rich history and a passionate fanbase, the Eagles' journey in this prestigious global tournament will be a must-watch for supporters in Portugal and around the world.
Here's your comprehensive guide on where to catch all of Benfica's matches at the FIFA Club World Cup on TV and via streaming platforms.
Benfica's FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Schedule
Benfica has been placed in Group C of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, a challenging group featuring football giants like Bayern Munich (Germany), as well as Auckland City FC (New Zealand) and Club Atlético Boca Juniors (Argentina). Their group stage fixtures are as follows (all times are in WEST - West Africa Summer Time / GMT+1, reflecting the current time in Agadir):
- Monday, June 16: Club Atlético Boca Juniors vs. S.L. Benfica (Hard Rock Stadium, Miami – 11:00 PM WEST)
- Friday, June 20: S.L. Benfica vs. Auckland City FC (Inter&Co Stadium, Orlando – 5:00 PM WEST)
- Tuesday, June 24: S.L. Benfica vs. FC Bayern Munich (Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte – 8:00 PM WEST)
Should Benfica successfully navigate their group, they will advance to the knockout stages, with matches progressing through the Round of 16, Quarter-finals, Semi-finals, and potentially the Final on Sunday, July 13.
Where to Watch Benfica's Matches on TV and Streaming
The global broadcasting landscape for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 is primarily led by DAZN, with key sub-licensing agreements in various territories to ensure widespread coverage.
Global Coverage: DAZN (Free to View)
The most impactful news for Benfica fans worldwide is that DAZN has secured the global broadcasting rights for the entire FIFA Club World Cup 2025. This means that in most countries where DAZN operates, you can watch all 63 matches, including every Benfica game, live and free to view simply by registering for a free DAZN account with an email address.
DAZN's platform is widely accessible on a variety of devices, including smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, game consoles, and web browsers, providing flexibility for fans to tune in from almost anywhere.
Watching in Portugal:
For Benfica faithful in Portugal, DAZN is your primary destination for all the action:
- DAZN: As the global rights holder, DAZN will stream all 63 matches live and free to view in Portugal. All you need to do is sign up for a free DAZN account with an email address. This ensures you won't miss a single moment of Benfica's matches, from their group stage encounters to any potential deep run in the tournament.
Watching in Other Key Regions:
While DAZN provides widespread free access, various local broadcasters have also secured rights in specific territories to enhance coverage:
- United Kingdom (UK): Channel 5 will broadcast 23 matches live and free-to-air, complementing DAZN's full tournament coverage (also free with a DAZN account).
- United States (USA): All matches will be available free on DAZN, with TNT Sports (TNT, TBS, truTV) televising 24 matches in English, and TelevisaUnivision providing Spanish-language coverage.
- Brazil: CazéTV/Grupo Globo will broadcast all matches.
- Germany: ProSiebenSat.1 will show matches involving German teams, including potentially Benfica's match against Bayern Munich.
- Argentina: Telefe will show 21 matches, likely including Benfica's opening game against Boca Juniors.
Benfica's Road to the Club World Cup
Benfica qualified for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 as one of the UEFA representatives, based on their strong performance in the UEFA Champions League over the qualifying period (2020/21 - 2023/24). Their consistent presence in European football's elite competition has earned them a deserved spot among the world's best club teams.
This tournament presents a fantastic opportunity for Benfica to showcase their talent on a truly global stage and compete for one of the most prestigious titles in club football. Be sure to follow their journey and witness every thrilling moment!
