United States to Host Expanded 2025 FIFA Club World Cup
The U.S. will host the expanded 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, featuring 32 teams, as a test event for the upcoming 2026 World Cup.
Published on April 1, 2025
The United States has been confirmed as the host for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, an expanded tournament featuring 32 teams. Scheduled for June-July 2025, the event will double as a crucial test for stadiums and operational readiness ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Additional details from early announcements indicate that multiple host cities and venues across the U.S. will be utilized, with prominent stadiums such as MetLife Stadium slated to host key matches. The decision, confirmed on June 23, 2023, by both FIFA and major news outlets, underscores the country’s robust preparations for large-scale international soccer events.