Monterrey Draws Inter Milan Opens 2025 Club World Cup Group Stage

Monterrey began their 2025 FIFA Club World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Inter Milan at the Rose Bowl in Los Angeles, with Sergio Ramos scoring first before Lautaro Martinez equalized. The Mexican club, led by new coach Domènec Torrent following a turbulent managerial period involving former coach Martín Demichelis and midfielder Sergio Canales, aims to advance from Group E, where River Plate currently leads. Monterrey's upcoming matches include a crucial game against River Plate and a subsequent fixture against Urawa Reds, both opportunities to secure progression in the tournament. Monterrey enters this edition with renewed ambition, building on five previous Club World Cup appearances where they finished as high as third twice. The team features notable signings like Sergio Ramos, Lucas Ocampos, and Oliver Torres and qualified by winning the 2020/21 Concacaf Champions Cup. Inter Milan debuted under new coach Cristian Chivu and rested some key players, while Monterrey's roster and coaching changes reflect their drive to improve on past performances.