Kylian Mbappé Enjoys Positive News as Real Madrid Prepares for 2025 Club World Cup

Kylian Mbappé’s future continues to shine brightly at Real Madrid as he prepares for a major international competition in 2025.

The French star will not face his former club, Paris Saint-Germain, in the group stage of the 2025 Club World Cup, which brings a significant relief to both the player and the Madrid fans.

Thanks to the draw, Real Madrid is also set to avoid the strongest European teams in their group, positioning them well for a favorable run in the tournament.

FIFA’s Group Stage Draw: A Boost for Real Madrid

FIFA has officially released the pots for the 2025 Club World Cup, scheduled to take place in the United States from June 15 to July 13, 2025. With top-tier teams like Manchester City, Bayern Munich, PSG, and Real Madrid placed in Pot 1, the draw has worked out in favor of the Spanish giants.

The system ensures that teams from Pot 2, which includes clubs like Chelsea, Borussia Dortmund, and Juventus, won’t face Pot 1 teams in the group stage. Real Madrid will avoid tough opponents like Atlético Madrid, Benfica, Juventus, and Salzburg during this phase. Moreover, the draw prevents domestic derbies, ensuring that Real Madrid will not be matched against Atlético Madrid in the early stages of the competition.

A Lucrative Opportunity Awaits

The 2025 Club World Cup is not just a sporting challenge, but a highly lucrative event for all participating clubs. The winner will take home $5 million, with the runner-up and semi-finalists securing $3 million and $2 million, respectively. The tournament also offers global exposure, allowing clubs to attract new sponsors and increase their international visibility.

A Favorable Draw for Real Madrid

Real Madrid seems to have received one of the more favorable draws, avoiding powerhouse teams in the group stage. Potential opponents like Benfica, Juventus, and Salzburg are seen as manageable for the Madrid squad. If Real Madrid finishes top of their group, they will avoid facing fellow European heavyweights like Manchester City and Bayern Munich until the semi-finals.

Teams in Pots 3 and 4

The teams in Pots 3 and 4, including Ulsan Hyundai (South Korea), Esperance de Tunis (Tunisia), and Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa), are not expected to pose significant challenges. Auckland City, representing Oceania, is considered one of the weaker sides in the tournament, while Messi’s Inter Miami, playing at home, faces a difficult task to make an impact.

Real Madrid: The Favourites

Pundits are already tipping Real Madrid as one of the favorites to lift the trophy. With a stellar squad featuring Kylian Mbappé, Vinicius Jr., and Jude Bellingham, the club is primed to make a deep run in the competition. Manchester City remains one of their biggest rivals, while Bayern Munich and PSG could also pose threats. However, Real Madrid’s favorable draw could prove to be a crucial advantage in their pursuit of global glory.

As the draw for the 2025 Club World Cup takes place tomorrow, Real Madrid’s path to success looks promising, and Kylian Mbappé’s presence in the squad only strengthens their bid for victory.