Inter Milan are set to take on Brazilian side Fluminense in the round of 16 of the FIFA Club World Cup, with the match offering high stakes and global intrigue. As both Group E and F wrap up, the stage is set for a Monday night clash at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. For UK fans, the match will kick off at 8pm BST on June 30, while viewers in the US can tune in at 3pm ET.
This fixture also marks a new era for Inter Milan. After Simone Inzaghi’s departure to Al-Hilal, former youth coach Cristian Chivu steps into the spotlight, eager to make his mark on the senior squad. The Club World Cup provides the perfect proving ground for the new boss ahead of the 2025–26 campaign.
Where to Watch in the UK:
Thanks to a broadcasting deal between Channel 5 and DAZN, this match will be free-to-air in the UK on Channel 5. Football fans can also stream the match for free via DAZN by simply creating an account on their platform. The match will be accessible on the DAZN app or website, compatible with smart TVs, mobile devices, consoles, and streaming sticks.
Highlights and Extras:
DAZN will provide not just the live game, but also match recaps, analysis, and highlights. Fans can catch quick reactions and all key moments via DAZN’s app and YouTube channel.
Stadium Info:
The match will be played at Bank of America Stadium, a 74,867-capacity venue that hosts both the NFL’s Carolina Panthers and MLS’s Charlotte FC. It’s a fitting stage for a high-stakes encounter like this.
What’s at Stake:
With a £97 million prize pool for the eventual Club World Cup winners, both Inter and Fluminense are under pressure to progress. For Fluminense, who kept two clean sheets in the group stage, this money could be transformative. For Inter, who are adapting to a new coaching regime, a win would offer both financial gain and psychological momentum.
Potential Quarter-Final Opponents:
The winner of this tie could face a European heavyweight—Real Madrid, Manchester City, Juventus, or Red Bull Salzburg—in the quarter-finals. Advancing beyond that would potentially set up a semi-final clash with Chelsea, Benfica, Palmeiras, or Botafogo.
With tension rising and the tournament heating up, Monday’s clash promises a dramatic encounter between European pedigree and South American grit.