2025 Club World Cup Betting Predictions and Odds

Clubs from across the world are taking part in the Club World Cup later this month, and it is difficult to tell who will be crowned the winners in July, with the competition lasting just less than a month.

The initiative has not been without criticism, but it is another chance for the riches of the new era of football to be shared across footballing elites of the world. So, without further ado, let's have a look at the teams.

Who Will Win the Club World Cup?

It is not a surprise that the odds for a European team to win the competition are so short at 1/12 with most bookmakers. Nevertheless, we actually have some really nice teams to pick from here at some nice prices.

Real Madrid, at the time of writing this, are favourites for the competition at 9/2, and it is not really a shock. With the signing of Trent Alexander-Arnold before the competition, we know Los Blancos are looking to take the competition seriously.

However, Xabi Alonso's entrance might make things a bit difficult from the off. So, whilst they have a good chance, simply due to quality, I wouldn't be 100% confident in this pick. If he had a few games to warm up, perhaps it would be different.

Manchester City then follow in second favourites, and at 5/1, I quite like this price. The Citizens are striving to get deals done before the start of the competition, and despite a poor run of form at the end of the Premier League season, they still did well.

With them failing to get far in Europe, a successful run in this competition could certainly bring more funds to the Manchester outfit, not that it is really needed, though.

I quite like the price of Bayern Munich at 7/1, which feels a little generous. The German outfit were unlucky not to beat Inter at San Siro in the Champions League. However, they won the Bundesliga comfortably and will seek more silverware here.

They probably have the best striker in Europe, inspired by his first taste of silverware in Harry Kane, so that should only go further in their favour.

Finally, I'm intrigued by the 16/1 of Atletico Madrid. Diego Simeone is a fantastic cup coach, and I think he could do really well in America with his squad, especially with Antoine Griezmann staying at the club past this summer.

Los Colchoneros were not miles behind Barcelona and Real Madrid in La Liga this season, and had some big moments in the cup competitions, so I don't think they are a bad shout here to do well.

Other Bets of Interest

At the time of writing, there are not many markets open. However, we can certainly get bits of value here and there, in my opinion.

Let's start with the first group, Group A. I think Inter Miami to qualify at around Evens is really not a bad price at all, and in fact, I'm somewhat shocked to see them priced so highly. The American side are against FC Porto, Palmeiras and Al-Ahly, which is not the most difficult group at all.

They are the host nation and will be used to travelling long distances for these games, whilst still having Lionel Messi, who is more than capable of putting up big performances. It could be worth combining with a different market, but this is definitely a market of interest.

Then, I'm going to Group C, where Benfica are priced at 8/13 to qualify. Again, this feels like a bit of a steal. Bayern Munich should win the group, and behind them, you would quite comfortably put the Portuguese outfit there or thereabouts.

RB Salzburg to qualify from Group H is also not a bad shout, I don't think. Al Hilal are currently the favourites behind Real Madrid. So, a price of 6/4 is available for the Austrian outfit. Which is not bad, indeed.

I'd be half tempted to go with River Plate to win Group E too at a price of 5/2. Inter are the clear favourites for the group. However, after a trophyless season, I would not be so sure. Mentally, these players have had a very tough year, and River Plate could capitalise.

It is certainly not my bet of the tournament, but I don't think the Nerazzurri will run away with the group, especially with rumours about Simone Inzaghi's future very present.