They already have 2 US teams.krdel wrote: Wed Mar 26, 2025 11:12I thought Philadelphia Union won the ranking?Lorric wrote: Fri Mar 21, 2025 17:26Alajuelense of Costa Rica brought the complaint, as they would be in line for the spot. So it's interesting that they weren't announced right away...MercedesBenz240 wrote: Fri Mar 21, 2025 17:17 I propose for their spot to be taken by the current third ranked team of the mighty Saudi Pro League. For no particular reason.
2025 FIFA Club World Cup, USA (first 32-team edition)
I think the host team does not count towards the limit.
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FIFA Club World Cup 2025™: Record prize money and unprecedented solidarity to benefit club football
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26 Mar 2025
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FIFA has confirmed the distribution model for its new club competition that includes USD 1 billion prize money for the 32 participating clubs, plus a substantial and groundbreaking global solidarity model.
FIFA Club World Cup™ winners to earn up to 125 USD million
USD 1 billion prize money to 32 participating clubs
Target of USD 250 million in solidarity for club football across the world
All revenue to be distributed to club football as FIFA’s reserves remain untouched
In line with the budgetary principles for the FIFA Club World Cup™ and following fruitful discussions with key stakeholders, including the European Club Association, as well as the approval of the FIFA Council, FIFA has confirmed the distribution model for its new club competition that includes USD 1 billion prize money for the 32 participating clubs, plus a substantial and groundbreaking global solidarity model.
“The distribution model of the FIFA Club World Cup reflects the pinnacle of club football and represents the biggest-ever prize money for a football tournament comprising a seven-match group stage and playoff format with a potential payout of USD 125 million foreseen for the winners,” said FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
“In addition to the prize money for the participating teams, there is an unprecedented solidarity investment programme where we have a target of an additional 250 million dollars being provided to club football across the world. This solidarity will undoubtedly provide a significant boost in our ongoing efforts in making football truly global.
“Not only that, but FIFA will neither retain any funding for this tournament, as all revenues will be distributed to club football, nor will it touch FIFA’s reserves, which are set aside for global football development through the 211 FIFA Member Associations.”
The distribution model for the 2025 edition will comprise the following pillars:
Total prize money pot: USD 1 billion, comprised of a sporting performance pillar of USD 475 million and a participation pillar of USD 525 million.
Sporting performance pillar: USD 475 million
STAGE PER CLUB
Group Stage (three matches) USD 2.0 million win/1.0 million draw per club
Round of 16 + USD 7.5 million
Quarter-final + USD 13.125 million
Semi-final + USD 21.0 million
Finalist + USD 30.0 million
Winner + USD 40.0 million
Participation pillar: USD 525 million
CONTINENT PER CLUB
Europe USD 12.81-38.19 million *
South America USD 15.21 million
North, Central America & Caribbean USD 9.55 million
Asia USD 9.55 million
Africa USD 9.55 million
Oceania USD 3.58 million
*Determined by a ranking based on sporting and commercial criteria
FIFA Club World Cup 2025™: Record prize money and unprecedented solidarity to benefit club football
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26 Mar 2025
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FIFA has confirmed the distribution model for its new club competition that includes USD 1 billion prize money for the 32 participating clubs, plus a substantial and groundbreaking global solidarity model.
FIFA Club World Cup™ winners to earn up to 125 USD million
USD 1 billion prize money to 32 participating clubs
Target of USD 250 million in solidarity for club football across the world
All revenue to be distributed to club football as FIFA’s reserves remain untouched
In line with the budgetary principles for the FIFA Club World Cup™ and following fruitful discussions with key stakeholders, including the European Club Association, as well as the approval of the FIFA Council, FIFA has confirmed the distribution model for its new club competition that includes USD 1 billion prize money for the 32 participating clubs, plus a substantial and groundbreaking global solidarity model.
“The distribution model of the FIFA Club World Cup reflects the pinnacle of club football and represents the biggest-ever prize money for a football tournament comprising a seven-match group stage and playoff format with a potential payout of USD 125 million foreseen for the winners,” said FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
“In addition to the prize money for the participating teams, there is an unprecedented solidarity investment programme where we have a target of an additional 250 million dollars being provided to club football across the world. This solidarity will undoubtedly provide a significant boost in our ongoing efforts in making football truly global.
“Not only that, but FIFA will neither retain any funding for this tournament, as all revenues will be distributed to club football, nor will it touch FIFA’s reserves, which are set aside for global football development through the 211 FIFA Member Associations.”
The distribution model for the 2025 edition will comprise the following pillars:
Total prize money pot: USD 1 billion, comprised of a sporting performance pillar of USD 475 million and a participation pillar of USD 525 million.
Sporting performance pillar: USD 475 million
STAGE PER CLUB
Group Stage (three matches) USD 2.0 million win/1.0 million draw per club
Round of 16 + USD 7.5 million
Quarter-final + USD 13.125 million
Semi-final + USD 21.0 million
Finalist + USD 30.0 million
Winner + USD 40.0 million
Participation pillar: USD 525 million
CONTINENT PER CLUB
Europe USD 12.81-38.19 million *
South America USD 15.21 million
North, Central America & Caribbean USD 9.55 million
Asia USD 9.55 million
Africa USD 9.55 million
Oceania USD 3.58 million
*Determined by a ranking based on sporting and commercial criteria
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I wonder what the European distribution will be.amenina wrote: Wed Mar 26, 2025 18:02 https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/men ... solidarity
FIFA Club World Cup 2025™: Record prize money and unprecedented solidarity to benefit club football
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26 Mar 2025
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FIFA has confirmed the distribution model for its new club competition that includes USD 1 billion prize money for the 32 participating clubs, plus a substantial and groundbreaking global solidarity model.
FIFA Club World Cup™ winners to earn up to 125 USD million
USD 1 billion prize money to 32 participating clubs
Target of USD 250 million in solidarity for club football across the world
All revenue to be distributed to club football as FIFA’s reserves remain untouched
In line with the budgetary principles for the FIFA Club World Cup™ and following fruitful discussions with key stakeholders, including the European Club Association, as well as the approval of the FIFA Council, FIFA has confirmed the distribution model for its new club competition that includes USD 1 billion prize money for the 32 participating clubs, plus a substantial and groundbreaking global solidarity model.
“The distribution model of the FIFA Club World Cup reflects the pinnacle of club football and represents the biggest-ever prize money for a football tournament comprising a seven-match group stage and playoff format with a potential payout of USD 125 million foreseen for the winners,” said FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
“In addition to the prize money for the participating teams, there is an unprecedented solidarity investment programme where we have a target of an additional 250 million dollars being provided to club football across the world. This solidarity will undoubtedly provide a significant boost in our ongoing efforts in making football truly global.
“Not only that, but FIFA will neither retain any funding for this tournament, as all revenues will be distributed to club football, nor will it touch FIFA’s reserves, which are set aside for global football development through the 211 FIFA Member Associations.”
The distribution model for the 2025 edition will comprise the following pillars:
Total prize money pot: USD 1 billion, comprised of a sporting performance pillar of USD 475 million and a participation pillar of USD 525 million.
Sporting performance pillar: USD 475 million
STAGE PER CLUB
Group Stage (three matches) USD 2.0 million win/1.0 million draw per club
Round of 16 + USD 7.5 million
Quarter-final + USD 13.125 million
Semi-final + USD 21.0 million
Finalist + USD 30.0 million
Winner + USD 40.0 million
Participation pillar: USD 525 million
CONTINENT PER CLUB
Europe USD 12.81-38.19 million *
South America USD 15.21 million
North, Central America & Caribbean USD 9.55 million
Asia USD 9.55 million
Africa USD 9.55 million
Oceania USD 3.58 million
*Determined by a ranking based on sporting and commercial criteria
I suppose you would think that it might at least be partly based on the 4 year CL coefficient that in part qualified the clubs to this competition but who knows?
Probably the only safe prediction to make here is that once the full details are known there will be people who don't like it! There are doubtless some who don't like it already with the partial details known as above. There appears to be at least some similarities with the way that the money is distributed to clubs and associations within the current CL and other competitions by UEFA.
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LAFC & Club America may meet for Club World Cup spot
Major League Soccer side LAFC and Mexican team Club America could play a one-off play-off game for the final spot in this summer's Club World Cup.
The winner of the play-off game would replace Club Leon, who were removed from the tournament for failing to meet Fifa's multi-club ownership rules because of dual ownership issues with fellow qualifiers Pachuca.
LAFC were beaten by Club Leon in the 2023 Concacaf Champions League final, while Club America are the highest-ranked team behind Club Leon in confederation ranking that did not qualify for the competition.
"Fifa can confirm it is considering one play-off match between LAFC and Club America for the right to participate in the Fifa Club World Cup 2025," a Fifa statement read.
Club Leon were drawn in Group D alongside Chelsea, Flamengo and Esperance Sportive de Tunisie.
Club Leon have taken their case to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas).
Costa Rican side Alajuelense, who brought a complaint against Leon in the first place, also have an outstanding appeal. Both will be heard by Cas on 23 April.
LAFC, who are eighth in the MLS Western Conference, boast former Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud in attack and ex-France captain Hugo Lloris in goal.
The 32-team tournament, which is being held across the United States, starts on 15 June and runs until the final on 13 July.
Fifa Club World Cup 2025 draw in full
Group A: Palmeiras, FC Porto, Al-Ahly, Inter Miami.
Group B: Paris St-Germain, Atletico Madrid, Botafogo, Seattle Sounders.
Group C: Bayern Munich, Auckland City, Boca Juniors, Benfica.
Group D: Flamengo, Esperance Sportive de Tunisie, Chelsea, Club Leon*.
Group E: River Plate, Urawa Red Diamonds, Monterrey, Inter Milan.
Group F: Fluminense, Borussia Dortmund, Ulsan, Mamelodi Sundowns.
Group G: Manchester City, Wydad, Al-Ain, Juventus.
Group H: Real Madrid, Al-Hilal, Pachuca, Salzburg.
*Since removed by Fifa for failing to meet multi-club ownership criteria.
LAFC & Club America may meet for Club World Cup spot
Major League Soccer side LAFC and Mexican team Club America could play a one-off play-off game for the final spot in this summer's Club World Cup.
The winner of the play-off game would replace Club Leon, who were removed from the tournament for failing to meet Fifa's multi-club ownership rules because of dual ownership issues with fellow qualifiers Pachuca.
LAFC were beaten by Club Leon in the 2023 Concacaf Champions League final, while Club America are the highest-ranked team behind Club Leon in confederation ranking that did not qualify for the competition.
"Fifa can confirm it is considering one play-off match between LAFC and Club America for the right to participate in the Fifa Club World Cup 2025," a Fifa statement read.
Club Leon were drawn in Group D alongside Chelsea, Flamengo and Esperance Sportive de Tunisie.
Club Leon have taken their case to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas).
Costa Rican side Alajuelense, who brought a complaint against Leon in the first place, also have an outstanding appeal. Both will be heard by Cas on 23 April.
LAFC, who are eighth in the MLS Western Conference, boast former Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud in attack and ex-France captain Hugo Lloris in goal.
The 32-team tournament, which is being held across the United States, starts on 15 June and runs until the final on 13 July.
Fifa Club World Cup 2025 draw in full
Group A: Palmeiras, FC Porto, Al-Ahly, Inter Miami.
Group B: Paris St-Germain, Atletico Madrid, Botafogo, Seattle Sounders.
Group C: Bayern Munich, Auckland City, Boca Juniors, Benfica.
Group D: Flamengo, Esperance Sportive de Tunisie, Chelsea, Club Leon*.
Group E: River Plate, Urawa Red Diamonds, Monterrey, Inter Milan.
Group F: Fluminense, Borussia Dortmund, Ulsan, Mamelodi Sundowns.
Group G: Manchester City, Wydad, Al-Ain, Juventus.
Group H: Real Madrid, Al-Hilal, Pachuca, Salzburg.
*Since removed by Fifa for failing to meet multi-club ownership criteria.
According to the qualification criteria, shouldn't it be Alajuelense or Philadelphia Union? Depending on whether host slot is included in the two clubs max non-champions per country.
https://inside.fifa.com/fifa-rankings/f ... -world-cup
https://inside.fifa.com/fifa-rankings/f ... -world-cup
Clearly FIFA are just finding ways to put clubs which are more popular into this tournament.Shing wrote: Mon Mar 31, 2025 16:46 According to the qualification criteria, shouldn't it be Alajuelense or Philadelphia Union? Depending on whether host slot is included in the two clubs max non-champions per country.
https://inside.fifa.com/fifa-rankings/f ... -world-cup
I can kind of understand LAFC for filling the spot for 2023 Concacaf Champions Cup as they are the runners-up to Leon. But Club America would not be eligible in the original criteria since there are still two Mexican clubs, Monterrey and Pachuca, in the tournament.
Yes it should be Union, as I already said. Host slot is not included.Shing wrote: Mon Mar 31, 2025 16:46 According to the qualification criteria, shouldn't it be Alajuelense or Philadelphia Union? Depending on whether host slot is included in the two clubs max non-champions per country.
https://inside.fifa.com/fifa-rankings/f ... -world-cup
It was already explained before, if Monterrey won, Union would qualify.
https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/men ... ca-pachucaIf Monterrey lift the trophy again, then another MLS side, Philadelphia Union (USA), would be the beneficiary and qualify via the ranking pathway.
They cannot just break their own rules, if they like some other club better.
UEFA - We care about money. Pravda za Kolubaru!
Found this in the regulations. Let's see how it will go!10.4 If the FIFA Disciplinary Committee decides that two or more clubs fail to meet
the criteria defined in paragraph 1 above, the FIFA general secretariat shall decide
which club may be admitted to the Competition and how a club that is not admitted
shall be replaced in accordance with the following principles, taking into account,
in particular, the respective ranking(s) of the club(s) concerned and the applicable
quota per confederation and/or member association to which the club(s) concerned
is/are affiliated.
https://digitalhub.fifa.com/m/18848e422 ... ons_EN.pdf
2 or more... So if it's just 1 they can do whatever they want?Shing wrote: Tue Apr 01, 2025 16:14Found this in the regulations. Let's see how it will go!10.4 If the FIFA Disciplinary Committee decides that two or more clubs fail to meet
the criteria defined in paragraph 1 above, the FIFA general secretariat shall decide
which club may be admitted to the Competition and how a club that is not admitted
shall be replaced in accordance with the following principles, taking into account,
in particular, the respective ranking(s) of the club(s) concerned and the applicable
quota per confederation and/or member association to which the club(s) concerned
is/are affiliated.
https://digitalhub.fifa.com/m/18848e422 ... ons_EN.pdf
Both Pachuca and León should count?Lorric wrote: Tue Apr 01, 2025 19:452 or more... So if it's just 1 they can do whatever they want?Shing wrote: Tue Apr 01, 2025 16:14Found this in the regulations. Let's see how it will go!10.4 If the FIFA Disciplinary Committee decides that two or more clubs fail to meet
the criteria defined in paragraph 1 above, the FIFA general secretariat shall decide
which club may be admitted to the Competition and how a club that is not admitted
shall be replaced in accordance with the following principles, taking into account,
in particular, the respective ranking(s) of the club(s) concerned and the applicable
quota per confederation and/or member association to which the club(s) concerned
is/are affiliated.
https://digitalhub.fifa.com/m/18848e422 ... ons_EN.pdf
Yup and it clearly says that they must respect the quota, so America should be out of the question.
UEFA - We care about money. Pravda za Kolubaru!
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Ticket packages for FIFA Club World Cup 2025 featuring guaranteed access to FIFA World Cup 26 tickets now on sale
Published
3 Apr 2025
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 ticket packages comprise two products that will only be on offer for the next 25 days or while supplies last.
First-of-its-kind offer available on a first-come, first-served basis at FIFA.com/tickets
Fans have 25 days – or until limited availability runs out – to get their hands on exclusive ticket packages
Super Ticket Pack includes a guaranteed option to secure a coveted seat at the FIFA World Cup 26™ final
To celebrate a pair of monumental showcases of world-class soccer in the United States, FIFA is offering national and international fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be part of the two most prestigious events in the men’s football calendar.
By witnessing history in the making at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ – where 32 of the top clubs on the planet will compete for a brand-new trophy – fans can secure a guaranteed opportunity to purchase tickets for the FIFA World Cup 26™, the first 48-team edition of the global showpiece.
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 ticket packages comprise two products that will only be on offer for the next 25 days or while supplies last. These exclusive bundles provide guaranteed access to FIFA World Cup 26 tickets, subject to availability and applicable terms and conditions.
Ticket Pack
This package involves one ticket per match to two FIFA Club World Cup 2025 matches, with the option to add one ticket to a third match at an additional cost. The purchaser of a Ticket Pack who uses all tickets to attend all matches included in their Ticket Pack will be granted a guaranteed option to buy one ticket to a FIFA World Cup 26 match in the United States (excluding the final).
Super Ticket Pack
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to enjoy the groundbreaking FIFA Club World Cup 2025, this package features one ticket per match to 20 FIFA Club World Cup 2025 matches, which must include a semi-final and either the opening match or the final. The purchaser of a Super Ticket Pack who uses all tickets to attend all matches included in their Super Ticket Pack will be granted a guaranteed option to buy one ticket for the eagerly anticipated FIFA World Cup 26 final.
For details regarding match combinations and applicable terms and conditions to purchase a ticket for the FIFA World Cup 26, fans should visit the ticketing portal.
This exclusive promotion applies only to ticket packages sold on FIFA.com/tickets and not to any other FIFA Club World Cup 2025 ticket products. Fans are responsible for their own travel arrangements, including obtaining visas and gaining entry to the United States.
Ticket packages for FIFA Club World Cup 2025 featuring guaranteed access to FIFA World Cup 26 tickets now on sale
Published
3 Apr 2025
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 ticket packages comprise two products that will only be on offer for the next 25 days or while supplies last.
First-of-its-kind offer available on a first-come, first-served basis at FIFA.com/tickets
Fans have 25 days – or until limited availability runs out – to get their hands on exclusive ticket packages
Super Ticket Pack includes a guaranteed option to secure a coveted seat at the FIFA World Cup 26™ final
To celebrate a pair of monumental showcases of world-class soccer in the United States, FIFA is offering national and international fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be part of the two most prestigious events in the men’s football calendar.
By witnessing history in the making at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ – where 32 of the top clubs on the planet will compete for a brand-new trophy – fans can secure a guaranteed opportunity to purchase tickets for the FIFA World Cup 26™, the first 48-team edition of the global showpiece.
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 ticket packages comprise two products that will only be on offer for the next 25 days or while supplies last. These exclusive bundles provide guaranteed access to FIFA World Cup 26 tickets, subject to availability and applicable terms and conditions.
Ticket Pack
This package involves one ticket per match to two FIFA Club World Cup 2025 matches, with the option to add one ticket to a third match at an additional cost. The purchaser of a Ticket Pack who uses all tickets to attend all matches included in their Ticket Pack will be granted a guaranteed option to buy one ticket to a FIFA World Cup 26 match in the United States (excluding the final).
Super Ticket Pack
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to enjoy the groundbreaking FIFA Club World Cup 2025, this package features one ticket per match to 20 FIFA Club World Cup 2025 matches, which must include a semi-final and either the opening match or the final. The purchaser of a Super Ticket Pack who uses all tickets to attend all matches included in their Super Ticket Pack will be granted a guaranteed option to buy one ticket for the eagerly anticipated FIFA World Cup 26 final.
For details regarding match combinations and applicable terms and conditions to purchase a ticket for the FIFA World Cup 26, fans should visit the ticketing portal.
This exclusive promotion applies only to ticket packages sold on FIFA.com/tickets and not to any other FIFA Club World Cup 2025 ticket products. Fans are responsible for their own travel arrangements, including obtaining visas and gaining entry to the United States.
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CAS hearing set over Club Leon's Club World Cup ban
The Court of Arbitration for Sport will hear the appeals of Mexican sides Club Leon and Pachuca next month following Fifa's decision to remove Club Leon from the Club World Cup this summer.
Last month Fifa determined that Club Leon and Pachuca did not comply with rules prohibiting clubs to directly or indirectly hold or deal in the securities or shares of another participating in the competition.
Because both clubs are owned by Grupo Pachuca, Fifa removed Club Leon from the upcoming Club World Cup in the United States.
Cas has now registered separate appeals from Pachuca and Club Leon seeking to annul the decision and declare that the clubs comply with the Club World Cup eligibility requirements.
Club Leon have filed an additional appeal against the decision by the Fifa secretary general to be reinstated in the competition.
Cas said the appeals will be expedited and heard during the week beginning Monday, 5 May.
On Monday, Fifa said it was considering a one-off play-off match between LAFC and Mexican side Club America for the right to replace Club Leon in the tournament.
Cas proceedings are ongoing for a separate appeal by Costa Rican side Asociacion Liga Deportiva Alajuelense (LDA), who say one or both of Club Leon and Pachuca should be removed.
LDA requests that they are admitted to the competition as the next eligible club. That case will be heard in Madrid on 23 April.
Club Leon were drawn in a group with Chelsea, ES Tunis and Flamengo.
The Club World Cup will begin on 14 June with the final to be played on 13 July in New Jersey.
CAS hearing set over Club Leon's Club World Cup ban
The Court of Arbitration for Sport will hear the appeals of Mexican sides Club Leon and Pachuca next month following Fifa's decision to remove Club Leon from the Club World Cup this summer.
Last month Fifa determined that Club Leon and Pachuca did not comply with rules prohibiting clubs to directly or indirectly hold or deal in the securities or shares of another participating in the competition.
Because both clubs are owned by Grupo Pachuca, Fifa removed Club Leon from the upcoming Club World Cup in the United States.
Cas has now registered separate appeals from Pachuca and Club Leon seeking to annul the decision and declare that the clubs comply with the Club World Cup eligibility requirements.
Club Leon have filed an additional appeal against the decision by the Fifa secretary general to be reinstated in the competition.
Cas said the appeals will be expedited and heard during the week beginning Monday, 5 May.
On Monday, Fifa said it was considering a one-off play-off match between LAFC and Mexican side Club America for the right to replace Club Leon in the tournament.
Cas proceedings are ongoing for a separate appeal by Costa Rican side Asociacion Liga Deportiva Alajuelense (LDA), who say one or both of Club Leon and Pachuca should be removed.
LDA requests that they are admitted to the competition as the next eligible club. That case will be heard in Madrid on 23 April.
Club Leon were drawn in a group with Chelsea, ES Tunis and Flamengo.
The Club World Cup will begin on 14 June with the final to be played on 13 July in New Jersey.