FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Plans 32 Teams, $1B Prize Across US Cities

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, set to take place in the United States from June 14 to July 13, will introduce a major revamp by expanding to a 32-team format, mirroring the FIFA World Cup's structure. The tournament will feature eight groups of four teams, with the top two from each group advancing to a knockout stage culminating in a final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. This edition boasts a record $1 billion prize pool, with financial rewards at every stage to increase competitiveness and global prestige. Matches will be hosted across 12 stadiums in 11 U.S. cities, with the final scheduled for July 13 at MetLife Stadium, a venue also hosting matches for the 2024 Copa América and the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. The event will serve as a global showcase for club soccer, aiming to coexist with existing continental competitions while crowning a more representative world champion every four years. The tournament also acts as a precursor to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with local officials in the New York/New Jersey area preparing for the larger event and organizing fan activities to build excitement.