2025 FIFA Club World Cup Begins June 14 with 32 Teams Across 12 US Cities

Report by “Safarti Tarjuman” International News Desk

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is poised to make history as it kicks off on June 14, 2025, in the United States, introducing a new 32-team format that elevates the tournament to the scale of the FIFA World Cup. The month-long event will conclude on July 13, bringing together elite clubs from across all six football confederations for the first time in this expanded structure.

FIFA’s reimagined Club World Cup structure mirrors the traditional World Cup format.

• 32 teams will compete in eight groups of four.
• The top two teams from each group advance to the round of 16, followed by knockout stages up to the final.
• Unlike past editions, this tournament does not include a third-place playoff.

The revised structure aims to enhance global club competition, increase exposure for clubs from Asia, Africa, and the Americas, and significantly grow international fan engagement.

Matches will be hosted in 12 major U.S. cities, including:

• New York/New Jersey (MetLife Stadium) – Host of the final
• Los Angeles (SoFi Stadium)
• Miami, Atlanta, Dallas, Houston
• Seattle, Kansas City, Boston, Philadelphia
• San Francisco Bay Area

These world-class venues are also part of the lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ensuring top-tier infrastructure and fan experience.

The tournament kicks off with a headline fixture between African champions Al Ahly and Inter Miami, led by global icon Lionel Messi.
One of the most anticipated group-stage clashes features UEFA Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain against Copa Libertadores champions Botafogo, promising a thrilling contest of European power versus South American passion.

Other qualified clubs include Real Madrid, Chelsea, Palmeiras, Monterrey, and Flamengo, offering a truly global representation of top-tier football.

Global broadcasting has been secured:

• DAZN will stream all matches live.
• In the UK, Channel 5 will air 23 matches, including every knockout game.
• The competition features a massive $1 billion prize pool, with the champion set to receive $40 million.

The 2025 edition of the FIFA Club World Cup represents a transformative moment in club football history. By combining top talent, global reach, and increased commercial opportunity, FIFA aims to set a new standard for club-level competition. The tournament’s success will also shape future editions, including the next event scheduled for 2029.

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