Mamelodi Sundowns will kick off their FIFA Club World Cup 2025 campaign on Tuesday, 17 June, facing Ulsan HD FC of South Korea in a much-anticipated opening fixture for both sides.
The South African champions take to the pitch at 22:00 GMT as the second African team to feature in this year’s edition of the tournament, following the earlier exit of Espérance de Tunis.
The global competition is being staged in the United States, offering a major platform for clubs from across continents to showcase their quality on the world stage.
Fans eager to follow Mamelodi Sundowns’ journey will have several broadcast options available to ensure they do not miss a moment of the action. The match will be shown live and free of charge on the sports streaming platform DAZN, which holds the broadcasting rights in several regions.
Additionally, MBC Action, a channel widely accessible across the Middle East and North Africa, will carry live coverage of the encounter. Viewers with access to the New World television bouquet will also be able to tune in for live coverage starting at 22:00 GMT.
This match marks the start of what Sundowns hope will be a deep run in the prestigious tournament. The Club World Cup, which now features an expanded format and greater international representation, presents a rare opportunity for African clubs to compete directly with top-tier teams from around the globe.
The showdown with Ulsan HD FC, representing Asia, offers a compelling continental clash as both teams seek to make their mark early in the competition.
While the South African side comes into the fixture carrying the hopes of an entire continent, their Korean opponents will also view this opening match as a crucial test. Ulsan HD FC, known for their disciplined and fast-paced style of play, will be eager to impose themselves from the outset.
Both teams are making their tournament debuts this year, adding another layer of intrigue to what promises to be a tightly contested battle.
The Sundowns, with a strong domestic pedigree and experience in CAF competitions, will be looking to transfer their continental dominance onto the global stage.
Supporters are expected to rally in large numbers both in stadiums across the U.S. and back home in South Africa, where interest in the team’s performance continues to grow.
For fans planning to watch from home, the match’s broadcast on multiple platforms offers easy access across time zones and regions. DAZN’s free stream is likely to be the preferred choice for many international viewers, while MBC Action and New World provide reliable alternatives for those in their respective regions.
As Mamelodi Sundowns prepare to represent African football under the bright lights of the United States, tonight’s fixture is set to be a major early highlight of the tournament — one that fans across the world will be watching closely.
