FIFA Club World Cup 2025 will be hosted in 12 newly confirmed stadiums across the United States. FIFA has officially announced the venues for this expanded competition, which will feature 32 top clubs from around the world. This marks the first edition of the revamped tournament.
FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Teams and Venues
Next summer, 32 clubs from different continents will battle for the prestigious title in the tournament. The tournament will be held in the USA, with 12 European clubs participating. Teams like Real Madrid, Manchester City, Chelsea, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain will represent Europe.
Despite recent concerns over the busy football schedule, which led to discussions of player strikes, FIFA managed to finalize all necessary arrangements. Logistical challenges had also threatened the tournament, but FIFA successfully navigated through them.
Confirmed FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Stadiums
Late on Saturday, FIFA confirmed the 12 stadiums for the tournament. Most of the venues are on the USA’s east coast, offering prime locations for the international spectacle.
The final will be held at the iconic MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, which boasts a capacity of 82,500 and is also set to host the FIFA World Cup 2026 final.
Other significant east coast venues include:
| Stadium | Location | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| MetLife Stadium | New Jersey | 82,500 |
| Bank of America Stadium | Charlotte | 74,860 |
| Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Atlanta | 71,000 |
| Lincoln Financial Field | Philadelphia | 69,879 |
| Hard Rock Stadium | Miami | 64,760 |
| Camping World Stadium | Orlando | 60,219 |
The west coast will also play host to key games, with matches held at:
| Stadium | Location | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Rose Bowl | Los Angeles | 89,702 |
| Lumen Field | Seattle | 68,740 |
Additionally, four smaller stadiums will feature:
| Stadium | Location | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Inter&Co Stadium | Orlando | 25,500 |
| Geodis Park | Nashville | 30,109 |
| TQL Stadium | Cincinnati | 26,000 |
| Audi Field | Washington, DC | 20,000 |
A New Era for Club Football
FIFA President Gianni Infantino addressed the media during the announcement of the venues for the tournament. He highlighted the significance of this competition in global football history.
“Football is the most popular sport on the planet, and in 2025 a new era for club football will kick off,” said Infantino. “The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 will feature 12 fantastic stadiums, where a new chapter in football’s global history will be written by great players from the 32 best clubs in the world.”
FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Draw and Outlook
The tournament promises to be a thrilling showcase of football talent. The draw for the group stage is scheduled for December, with fans eagerly awaiting to see how the world’s top clubs will match up. The tournament is set to be a groundbreaking competition, with 12 stadiums ready to host what could be one of the biggest events in club football history.
