7 Clubs With a Real Chance of Winning the Club World Cup

The FIFA Club World Cup is fast becoming a battleground as this year’s edition poised for June 15 to July 13 in the US promises thrilling matchups and high-stakes drama.

Pulse Sports takes a look at 7 clubs with a real shot at lifting the trophy, based on their form, squad strength, and path to the final.

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Inter Miami kick off the tournament on home turf against African heavyweights Al Ahly.

While the Egyptian champions are no pushovers, the MLS side boasts an enviable lineup featuring Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets, and the defensive addition of the likes of Jordi Alba.

If Miami edge past Al Ahly, they’ll face a sterner test in FC Porto, a club steeped in European experience.

Surviving Porto sets up a mouthwatering tie against Palmeiras, making Miami's journey treacherous but far from impossible. With their star-studded roster and home advantage, Miami are the dark horses of this competition.

Fresh off a Europa Conference League title and securing Champions League football, Chelsea are brimming with youthful energy and momentum.

Their young squad is starting to click under pressure, and confidence is at an all-time high at Stamford Bridge.

While they may not be the favorites, Chelsea's attacking verve and emerging stars give them a genuine shot if the knockout rounds fall in their favor.

This Club World Cup could mark the return of Chelsea’s competitive edge on the global stage.

The Bavarians have reclaimed their Bundesliga crown and come into the tournament in top domestic form.

Though they had ups and downs in Europe, Bayern Munich remain one of the most formidable teams in the world on their day.

With experienced stars like Harry Kane and a high-octane playing style, they are more than capable of dismantling even the strongest sides.

If they maintain focus and fitness, Bayern can go deep into the competition and potentially claim global honors once again.

Still nursing wounds from a tough Champions League final loss to PSG, Inter Milan remain a force to reckon with.

This is the same side that has taken down the likes of Barcelona en route to a recent European final.

Inter’s solid structure, midfield depth, and big-game experience mean they can hang with the best. If their top players hit form, they could easily muscle their way into the final four.

Despite a surprisingly underwhelming season, Manchester City still clinched Champions League qualification and are now looking to bounce back with silverware.

For Pep Guardiola, this Club World Cup offers a testing ground to rebuild and refine.

City can dismantle any team in the world with their brand of high-pressing, possession-based football. A surprise triumph may just be what they need to reignite their spark.

Los Blancos have had a season to forget, falling short in both La Liga and the Champions League, eliminated by Arsenal and overtaken by Barcelona in the league.

Yet, this is Real Madrid, a club that thrives under pressure and rarely stays down for long.

With Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr., and Jude Bellingham leading the charge, they have the firepower and flair to conquer any team. Never count out the kings of Europe, especially when redemption is on the line.

Top of the list, and deservedly so, are the current European and French champions, Paris Saint-Germain.

After dispatching both Inter Milan and Manchester City en route to their Champions League triumph, PSG come into this competition as favorites.

Powered by stars like Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue, and Nuno Mendes, the Parisians are riding a wave of confidence.

With their squad in peak form and unity finally achieved, PSG are the team to beat at this year’s Club World Cup.

While PSG and Real Madrid headline the favorites, don’t sleep on surprise packages like Inter Miami or Chelsea.

The beauty of the Club World Cup lies in its unpredictability and with football’s elite all converging, expect the unexpected.