The actions and excitement at the ongoing 2025 FIFA Club World Cup are generating global attention as eight teams have already booked their qualifications to the Round of 16 following impressive performances in the first two rounds of matches.

Inter Miami and Palmeiras both booked their places after a thrilling 2-2 draw on Sunday night, ensuring their passage into the knockout phase.

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Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) bounced back from a surprise defeat to Botafogo with a 2-0 win over Seattle Sounders to confirm qualification alongside the Brazilian side.

These four clubs now join European heavyweights Juventus, Manchester City, Bayern Munich and South American giants Flamengo as the first eight teams to secure progression from the group stage.

While top clubs like Real Madrid and Inter Milan are still fighting to qualify, these eight have guaranteed a place in the next round of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup as the battle heats up across the United States.

Under the new expanded format, the top two teams from each of the eight groups advance to the Round of 16, with the bottom two eliminated.

Here is a full list of eight teams that have qualified for the Round of 16 at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup:

Palmeiras

Inter Miami

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)

Botafogo

Bayern Munich

Flamengo

Juventus

Manchester City

With knockout football around the corner, fans can expect even more drama, passion, and high-stakes action in the coming days at the Club World Cup.

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