FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Teams and Draw Details
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is set to take place in the United States, featuring 32 teams from around the globe. Brazilian club Botafogo secured the final spot in the tournament after winning the Copa Libertadores, marking a historic achievement for the team. The draw for the tournament will occur on December 5, 2024, in Miami, where teams will be divided into eight groups of four.
Tournament Schedule and Format
The tournament will kick off on June 15, 2025, at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, with Inter Miami, led by Lionel Messi, representing the host nation. The group stage will follow a single-round league format, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the knockout stage. The final is scheduled for July 13, 2025, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Participating Teams from Various Continents
The tournament will see participation from numerous prestigious clubs. European teams include Real Madrid, Manchester City, and Bayern Munich, while South American representatives feature Botafogo, River Plate, and Boca Juniors. African clubs like Al-Ahly and Mamelodi Sundowns will also compete, alongside Asian teams such as Urawa Red Diamonds and Ulsan Hyundai. The North and Central American contingent includes Monterrey and Seattle Sounders FC, with Auckland City representing Oceania.
The event promises to be a showcase of global football talent, with fans eagerly anticipating the draw and the tournament itself.
