🏆 FIFA Club World Cup 2025: All You Need to Know

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup marks a monumental shift in global club football. For the first time, the tournament expands to 32 teams and takes place across the United States from June 14 to July 13, 2025. With a record $1 billion prize pool, this edition is set to be the richest and most ambitious in history.

📅 Tournament Overview

• Dates: June 14 – July 13, 2025

• Format: 32 teams divided into 8 groups of 4. Top two teams from each group advance to knockout rounds (Round of 16 → Quarterfinals → Semifinals → Final).

• Total Matches: 63

• Prize Pool: $1 billion, with up to $125 million awarded to the winning team. Reuters

🇺🇸 Host Cities & Stadiums

The tournament will be held across 12 cities and 12 venues in the U.S., including:

• Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Gardens, FL) – Opening match venue

• MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford, NJ) – Final match venue

• Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta, GA)

• Lumen Field (Seattle, WA)

• Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia, PA)

• Audi Field (Washington, D.C.)

• Rose Bowl (Pasadena, CA)

• TQL Stadium (Cincinnati, OH)

• Bank of America Stadium (Charlotte, NC)

• Geodis Park (Nashville, TN)

• Camping World Stadium (Orlando, FL)

• Inter&Co Stadium (Orlando, FL) Wikipédia

⚽ Teams & Qualification

Clubs qualify by winning their continental championships over the past four seasons. Brazilian clubs receive additional slots due to their dominance in South American football. Each country is allowed a maximum of two participants, with the exception of Brazil, which has four teams in the competition.

Notable teams include:

• Inter Miami CF (USA) – Hosts and MLS Supporters’ Shield winners

• Chelsea (England) – UEFA Champions League winners

• Paris Saint-Germain (France) – Ligue 1 champions

• Palmeiras (Brazil) – CONMEBOL Libertadores winners

• Al Ahly (Egypt) – CAF Champions League winners

• Bayern Munich (Germany) – DFB-Pokal winners

• Benfica (Portugal) – Primeira Liga champions

• Seattle Sounders FC (USA) – MLS Cup winners Wikipédia

🏟️ Group Stage Highlights

The group stage features 8 groups of 4 teams each, with the top two from each group advancing. Notable matchups include:

• Group A: Chelsea, Palmeiras, Al Ahly, Inter Miami

• Group B: Paris Saint-Germain, Atlético Madrid, Botafogo, Seattle Sounders

• Group C: Bayern Munich, Boca Juniors, Benfica, Auckland City

• Group D: Real Madrid, Al Hilal, Pachuca, Red Bull Salzburg

• Group E: Juventus, Monterrey, River Plate, Mamelodi Sundowns

• Group F: Porto, Ulsan Hyundai, Wydad AC, LAFC

• Group G: Atlético Mineiro, Al Ain, LA Galaxy, Urawa Red Diamonds

• Group H: Los Angeles FC, Flamengo, Al Hilal, Sydney FC Wikipédia

🎥 How to Watch

Broadcast details will be announced closer to the tournament. Matches are expected to be available via major sports networks and streaming platforms. Check local listings for specific channels and streaming options.

🏆 Prize Money Breakdown

The $1 billion prize pool will be distributed as follows:

• Winning Team: Up to $125 million

• Runner-Up: Substantial cash prize

• Other Teams: Proportional share based on performance and commercial criteria Reuters

🌟 Why It Matters

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is a landmark event in football history. It not only showcases the best club teams globally but also serves as a precursor to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, providing a platform for clubs to compete on a world stage. With its expanded format and record prize pool, the tournament is set to elevate the profile of club football worldwide.

Stay tuned for more updates as the tournament approaches. For the latest news and information, visit the official FIFA website: FIFA Club World Cup 2025.