New Delhi [India]: The FIFA Club World Cup 2025, set to take place in the United States from June 15 to July 13, 2025, will feature a record 32 clubs from around the world. The revamped format, a first in the tournament’s 24-year history, will see clubs from six continents battle it out for the title of world champions.
The draw, which took place in Miami on Thursday, revealed the eight groups of four teams. The teams include domestic and continental champions, including the likes of Real Madrid (UEFA Champions League winners), Botafogo (CONMEBOL Copa Libertadores winners), and Al Ahly (three-time CAF Champions League winners). For the first time, the competition will follow the World Cup format, with 32 teams competing in a round-robin group stage followed by knockout rounds.
Key Details:
- Host Cities: Miami (Hard Rock Stadium) will host the opening match on June 15, 2025, while the final will be played at MetLife Stadium in New York-New Jersey on July 13, 2025.
- Representation: Europe (12 teams) has the most representation, followed by South America (6 teams). Asia, Africa, and North/Central America will each have four teams, while Oceania is represented by one team. Additionally, Inter Miami (Lionel Messi’s club) will represent the host nation.
Group Draw for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025:
- Group A: Palmeiras, FC Porto, Al Ahly, Inter Miami CF
- Group B: Paris Saint-Germain, Atletico Madrid, Botafogo, Seattle Sounders FC
- Group C: Bayern Munich, Auckland City, Boca Juniors, Benfica
- Group D: Flamengo, Esperance de Tunis, Chelsea, Leon
- Group E: River Plate, Urawa Red Diamonds, Monterrey, Internazionale
- Group F: Fluminense, Borussia Dortmund, Ulsan HD, Mamelodi Sundowns
- Group G: Manchester City, Wydad AC, Al Ain, Juventus
- Group H: Real Madrid, Al Hilal, Pachuca, RB Salzburg
The tournament promises to be a thrilling spectacle with top-tier clubs from across the globe competing for the prestigious title. Further details on the match schedule will be announced in due course.