Despite a weather delay, RB Salzburg kicked off their 2025 FIFA Club World Cup campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Pachuca at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati.
Oscar Gloukh scored in the 42nd minute, assisted by Valentin Sulzbacher, before Bryan González leveled the score for Pachuca in the 56th.
Karim Onisiwo’s header in the 76th minute sealed the victory for Salzburg, placing them at the top of Group H.
In Washington, D.C., Juventus produced a commanding 5-0 rout of Al Ain in their Group G opener.
Randal Kolo Muani and Francisco Conceição each netted twice, while Kenan Yildiz added a fifth goal.
The performance highlighted Juventus’ attacking depth and clinical finishing under manager Igor Tudor, signaling their intent to compete for the title.
Both results showcased the intensity of the expanded 32-team tournament, with Salzburg and Juventus setting a strong early pace in their respective groups.
