European giants Real Madrid will travel to Qatar in search of another trophy as they face Mexican club Pachuca in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup final on Wednesday.
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Previously known as the FIFA Club World Cup, the revised Intercontinental Cup pits continental champions directly against each other. Real Madrid advanced to the final following their Champions League win last season, while Pachuca qualified by winning the Derby of the Americas and the Challenger Cup.
Los Blancos enter the final as heavy favorites, having won the FIFA Club World Cup five times.
For Pachuca, this match is a chance to prove their win against Brazilian giants Botafogo wasn’t a one-off.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest team news.
What time does Real Madrid vs. Pachuca kick off?
This clash takes place at Lusail Stadium, in Lusail, Qatar, and kicks off on Wednesday, December 18, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Here’s how that time translates across the U.S.
Date Kickoff time
Eastern Time Wed, Dec. 18 12:00 p.m.
Central Time Wed, Dec. 18 11:00 a.m.
Mountain Time Wed, Dec. 18 10:00 a.m.
Pacific Time Wed, Dec. 18 9:00 a.m.
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