The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup kicks off on June 14, where 32 football clubs from across the globe will not only chase football glory but also battle for a record-breaking prize pool.
The tournament officially commences with Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami taking on Egyptian powerhouse Al Ahly, setting the stage for a historic edition of the revamped Club World Cup. The competition will climax with the final on July 13, where the first-ever champion of the expanded format will be crowned.
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A battle for bragging rights and big money
European heavyweights such as Real Madrid, Manchester City, Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, and Chelsea are among the tournament favourites, but teams from every continent—including South American titans Boca Juniors and River Plate- are gunning for a share of the staggering prize fund.
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The group stage features mouthwatering matchups:
PSG vs Atlético Madrid – June 15
Flamengo vs Chelsea – June 20
Juventus vs Manchester City – June 26
The top two teams from each group will progress to the knockout rounds, increasing the intensity as clubs edge closer to the title—and the financial windfall that comes with it.
Prize money breakdown
This year’s Club World Cup is as much about the riches as the reputation. Participating teams such as Manchester City and Real Madrid are guaranteed a whopping $38 million just for qualifying. South American clubs like Boca Juniors and River Plate will earn upwards of $15 million each.
Here’s what’s at stake as teams advance:
$2 million per group stage win
$7.5 million for reaching the Round of 16
$13 million+ for quarterfinalists
$21 million for semifinalists
$30 million for the runner-up
$40 million for the champion
With $40 million awaiting the eventual winner, the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is set to be a high-stakes showdown like no other.
With top clubs battling for both sporting glory and massive financial rewards, the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 promises to be an unforgettable spectacle and a defining event in the international football calendar.
