Dominance on the World Stage: How to Watch Manchester City at the FIFA Club World Cup on TV
As reigning FIFA Club World Cup champions and one of Europe's most formidable forces, Manchester City enters the expanded 2025 tournament as a formidable contender. Fans of Pep Guardiola's side, known for their captivating brand of football, will be eager to catch every moment as they aim to add another global title to their impressive trophy cabinet.
Here's your essential guide on where to watch all of Manchester City's matches at the FIFA Club World Cup on TV and via streaming platforms.
Manchester City's FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Fixtures
Manchester City are placed in Group G of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, alongside Italian giants Juventus, Moroccan champions Wydad AC, and UAE side Al Ain. Their group stage schedule is as follows (all times BST/GMT+1, with the tournament held in the USA):
- Wednesday, June 18: Manchester City vs. Wydad AC (Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia - 5:00 PM BST / 12:00 PM EDT)
- Monday, June 23: Manchester City vs. Al Ain FC (Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta - 2:00 AM BST / 9:00 PM EDT on Sunday, June 22)
- Thursday, June 26: Juventus FC vs. Manchester City (Camping World Stadium, Orlando - 8:00 PM BST / 3:00 PM EDT)
Should Manchester City top their group, they will remain in Orlando for their Round of 16 match on June 30, with a potential quarter-final at the same venue. If they qualify as runners-up, they would face the winners of Group H (which includes Real Madrid) in Miami on July 1. Both semi-finals and the final (July 13) are set to be held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Where to Watch Manchester City's Matches on TV and Streaming
The comprehensive broadcasting rights for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 are held by DAZN globally, with key regional partnerships ensuring wide accessibility.
Global Coverage: DAZN (Free to View)
The most impactful news for Manchester City supporters worldwide is that DAZN has secured the global broadcasting rights for the entire FIFA Club World Cup 2025. This means that in most territories where DAZN operates, you can watch all 63 matches, including every Manchester City game, live and free to view by simply registering for a free DAZN account with an email address.
DAZN is readily available across numerous devices, including smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, game consoles, and web browsers, offering seamless viewing for fans across different time zones.
Watching in the United Kingdom (UK):
For Manchester City fans in the UK, you have excellent options to follow their campaign:
- Channel 5: In a significant sub-licensing agreement with DAZN, Channel 5 will broadcast 23 matches live and free-to-air. This is highly likely to include Manchester City's group stage fixtures and potential knockout matches, including the final if they reach it. Coverage will be available on the main Channel 5, as well as potentially 5USA and 5ACTION, and via the My5 streaming service. Keep an eye on local listings for confirmed coverage.
- DAZN: All Manchester City matches, and indeed every game of the tournament, will be streamed live and free on DAZN in the UK. Just sign up for a free account.
Watching in the United States (USA):
As the host nation, US viewers have robust options to catch Manchester City's matches:
- DAZN: All 63 matches, including every Manchester City fixture, will be available to stream live and free on DAZN by registering for a free account.
- TNT Sports (TNT, TBS, truTV): As part of a partnership with DAZN, TNT Sports networks will televise 24 matches in English. Manchester City's high-profile games are expected to be featured prominently on these channels. These are typically available through cable TV subscriptions and popular live TV streaming services such as Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV Stream, Sling TV, and Max (which includes TNT and TBS content).
- TelevisaUnivision (Univision, UniMas, TUDN): For Spanish-language coverage, TelevisaUnivision will broadcast matches, accessible through various cable and streaming packages.
Manchester City's FIFA Club World Cup History
Manchester City enters the 2025 tournament as the current reigning champion of the FIFA Club World Cup, having lifted the trophy in the 2023 edition (which was the last under the previous format). Their victory in December 2023, where they defeated Brazilian side Fluminense in the final, marked a historic achievement for the club, completing a remarkable year that also saw them win the UEFA Champions League, Premier League, and FA Cup.
Under Pep Guardiola, who himself is the most successful coach in Club World Cup history with four titles (two with Barcelona, one with Bayern Munich, and one with City), Manchester City will be aiming to consolidate their position as a global footballing powerhouse.
With an expanded format and increased global participation, the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 promises to be a thrilling competition. Be sure to tune in and follow Manchester City's quest for another world title!
