Unprecedented format with 32 teams
As the historic 2025 edition of the FIFA Club World Cup approaches, several giants of world football have already secured their presence in the competition. The new format will feature 32 teams, and the spots have been distributed based on continental titles and technical criteria defined by FIFA.
Among the qualified teams, Real Madrid, Manchester City and Chelsea stand out, having secured their spots by winning the UEFA Champions League between 2021 and 2024. On the South American side, Palmeiras and Flamengo secured their participation by winning the Libertadores in 2021 and 2022, respectively.
Concacaf will have representatives such as Monterrey (Mexico) and Seattle Sounders (USA), winners of the region's Champions League. For Africa, the traditional Al Ahly (Egypt) secured their spot by winning the CAF Champions League. From Asia, clubs such as Al Hilal (Saudi Arabia) are also guaranteed a place.
The host country, the United States, will have a place guaranteed for one of its clubs, yet to be confirmed. In total, there will be 12 places for Europe, 6 for South America, 4 for Concacaf, 4 for AFC, 4 for CAF, 1 for OFC and 1 for the host country. The full list will be finalized after the end of the 2024 continental competitions.
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