MIAMI, FL — The United States is set to host the largest-ever FIFA Club World Cup from June 14 to July 13, 2025, featuring 32 of the world’s top football clubs competing for a record-breaking prize and global glory.

This revamped tournament format mirrors the national FIFA World Cup structure, with eight groups of four teams. The top two from each group will advance to the knockout stage, leading to the final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

Who’s Playing?

Top clubs from every continent are participating, including:

• Real Madrid, Manchester City, Chelsea, Bayern Munich, PSG
• Flamengo, River Plate, Al-Hilal, Al Ahly
• Inter Miami and Seattle Sounders are representing the U.S.

Inter Miami, led by global superstar Lionel Messi, will open the tournament against Al Ahly on June 14 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.

Other big matchups include:

• Manchester City vs. Wydad AC on June 18 in Philadelphia
• Chelsea vs. Flamengo, Real Madrid vs. Pachuca, and more

Prize & Broadcast

FIFA has allocated a massive $1 billion prize fund, with the winning club set to earn around $125 million. All 63 matches will stream free globally on DAZN, following a major broadcast deal funded by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund.

Host Cities

Matches will be held in 11 U.S. cities, including:

• Miami (Hard Rock Stadium)
• Atlanta (Mercedes-Benz Stadium)
• Philadelphia (Lincoln Financial Field)
• Los Angeles (Rose Bowl)
• New York/New Jersey (MetLife Stadium)

What’s Next?

This historic tournament is a prelude to the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup, also co-hosted by the U.S., and will serve as a major test of stadium readiness, fan engagement, and logistics.