Real Madrid is gearing up for the revamped 2024 Intercontinental Cup, a tournament that brings together champions from Europe, South America, Concacaf, and Africa in an exciting knockout format. Here’s how to watch the action and what to expect from Carlo Ancelotti’s squad.

Tournament Format and Schedule

The Intercontinental Cup will feature four elite teams:

• Real Madrid (2024 UEFA Champions League Winner)
• Botafogo (2024 Copa Libertadores Winner)
• Al Ahly (2024 CAF Champions League Winner)
• Pachuca (2024 Concacaf Champions Cup Winner)

Key Dates

• December 11:
  •  Derby of the Americas: The tournament kicks off with the match between Pachuca and Botafogo in Doha. The winner will advance to the semifinal.
  • Time: 12:00 PM ET
• December 14:
  • Semifinal: The winner of the opening match will face Al Ahly, the African champion, to determine the second finalist.
  • Time: 12:00 PM ET
• December 18:
  • Final: Real Madrid, as European champions, will debut directly in the grand final at the Lusail Iconic Stadium, the venue of the last World Cup final.
  • Time: To be confirmed

Where to Watch

The 2024 Intercontinental Cup will be broadcast exclusively on:

• beIN SPORTS
• beIN SPORTS en Español
• beIN SPORTS Connect

Real Madrid’s Quest for Glory

Real Madrid will aim to add another trophy to their storied history in this competition, having previously won it three times in its classic format. Under the leadership of Carlo Ancelotti, the team enters as favorites, bolstered by stars like Kylian Mbappé, who will seek his second title with the club.