Mexican club CF Pachuca qualified for the 2026 FIFA Club World Cup after winning the CONCACAF Champions Cup and will be making their sixth appearance in the tournament when they kick off their campaign against Austrian side RB Salzburg, who are set to make their debut in the competition.
Scheduled for 18 June 2025 at the TQL Stadium, both teams will begin their Group H campaign in search of early momentum. Africa Foot takes a look into the upcoming clash.
Pachuca vs Salzburg Match Preview
Mexican club CF Pachuca, set for their sixth appearance at the tournament, will hope to build on their recent CONCACAF Champions Cup triumph when they take on Austrian side RB Salzburg in their first Group H fixture.
RB Salzburg, on the other hand, will be making their first-ever appearance in the Club World Cup and will be keen to make an immediate impact as they face the experienced Pachuca side.
Head-to-Head Record
This will be the first-ever meeting between CF Pachuca and RB Salzburg in any competition, including friendlies.
Team News
Pachuca head coach Jaime Lozano will have a fully fit squad to choose from, with no reported injury concerns at the time of writing.
Meanwhile, RB Salzburg are also expected to field a strong lineup, although they will be without three key players due to injuries.
Player to Watch: Oussama Idrissi (CF Pachuca)
The Moroccan international played a crucial role in Pachuca’s run to the CONCACAF Champions Cup title. He’ll be looking to continue his fine form as the team begins its 2025 FIFA Club World Cup journey.
Player to Watch: Edmund Baidoo (RB Salzburg)
The 19-year-old Ghanaian forward is one of Salzburg’s brightest prospects and could take the tournament by storm. After an impressive season in the Austrian Bundesliga, Baidoo is certainly one to watch if given enough minutes on the pitch.
Pachuca vs Salzburg – Best Betting Odds (via 1xBet)
- Salzburg to Win – 2.50
- Over 2.5 Goals – 1.97
- Both Teams to Score (Yes) – 1.79
