Publication date: 27 Jan 2025
The FIFA Club World Cup is considered one of the most significant football tournaments globally. It gathers the top clubs from various continents. These teams compete for the prestigious title of the strongest. The tournament is run by the International Football Federation (FIFA). Also, it brings together the winners of six continental tournaments as well as the host team. This tournament is watched by millions of fans around the world. In addition, it offers a unique opportunity to watch matches between clubs from different countries and with different playing styles.
2029 FIFA Club World Cup
The 2029 edition promises to be one of the most spectacular in the history of the tournament. Thanks to the new format and increased number of participants, fans will be able to enjoy matches from even more star clubs.
FIFA plans to introduce innovative technologies and strengthen interactive elements to increase spectator engagement. This tournament can become a platform for showcasing new trends in football.
Dates and location of the championship
The 2029 FIFA Club World Cup will be held in June-July.
Who can host the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup:
The current champions are Chelsea, who won their second title in 2025.
Among the contenders to host the tournament:
- Australia (possibly with New Zealand): after the success of the 2023 Women’s World Cup, the country wants to host the Club World Cup and continue to develop football infrastructure.
- Brazil: officially announced its desire to host the tournament, drawing on the experience of major football events in recent years.
- Qatar: ready to organize the tournament in winter, using the stadiums of the 2022 World Cup. They promise eco-friendliness and no air travel.
- Spain, Portugal and Morocco: considering the 2029 tournament as a rehearsal for the joint 2030 World Cup.
- USA: considering FIFA as an option for attracting sponsors and promoting football in the country.
Championship History
The Club World Championship first took place in 2000. Before that, there was the Intercontinental Cup. It was a competition between the winners of the UEFA Champions League and the Copa Libertadores.
Since 2005, the tournament has become a regular event, bringing together clubs from all over the world.
It has seen some amazing matches over the years. Players like Zidane, Messi and Ronaldo have made amazing goals during the tournament. The results of the final games often decided if a football star would have a successful future.
Tournament features and uniqueness
The main thing that makes the tournament special is that it is international. You can watch teams from all over the world. This makes it unique compared to other competitions.
The biggest bet in the championship’s history
One of the interesting facts about the championship is the record bet made in 2019. A fan bet $1 million on Liverpool to win. The bet was successful when the English beat Flamengo 1-0 in the final, thanks to a goal in extra time.
Football championship results for the last 3 years
| Year | Venue | Winning team |
| 2025 | USA | Winner – Chelsea
Second place – PSG |
| 2023 | Saudi Arabia | The winner is Manchester City.
Second place – Fluminense Third place – Al-Ahli |
| 2022 | Morocco | Real Madrid is the winner (5th time)
Second place – Al Hilal Third place – Flamengo |
2033 FIFA Club World Cup
The championship is scheduled to reach a new milestone in 2033, with FIFA considering expanding the format. This move could allow more clubs from Africa, Asia and Oceania to participate.
The venue for the championship has not yet been announced. The match schedule will be revealed closer to the date. Meanwhile, a draw will determine the participants and their opponents.
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