Guardiola back on top. Who is the main favorite for the Club World Cup ahead of the playoff kickoff?

Bookmakers reveal the leading favorite for the Club World Cup
Football news 28 june 2025, 14:28
Jan Novak Jan Novak Dailysports's expert
Guardiola back on top. Who is the main favorite for the Club World Cup ahead of the playoff kickoff Photo: x.com/HQwallp

On the eve of the Club World Cup 2025 playoff stage, bookmakers have updated their odds and reshuffled the tournament favorites. Now, Pep Guardiola's Manchester City is seen as the top contender for the trophy.

PSG from France holds second place, while Real Madrid, previously considered the main favorite, has slipped to third. Rounding out the list is Inter Miami, led by Lionel Messi.

Club World Cup favorites:

  • Manchester City — 3.75
  • PSG — 4.33
  • Real Madrid — 6
  • Bayern — 8
  • Chelsea — 13
  • Inter — 17
  • Palmeiras — 26
  • Juventus, Flamengo, Borussia Dortmund — 34
  • Benfica, Botafogo — 41
  • Fluminense, Al Hilal — 67
  • Monterrey — 101
  • Inter Miami — 151

Let's not forget, the playoff stage kicks off today, June 28. Two round of 16 matches are on the schedule: a Brazilian derby between Palmeiras and Botafogo, and a clash between Chelsea and Benfica.

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