FIFA Confirms 12 U.S. Stadiums for 2025 Club World Cup; Final at MetLife Stadium
FIFA confirms that 12 U.S. stadiums will host the expanded 2025 Club World Cup, with the final scheduled at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Published on April 12, 2025
FIFA has officially confirmed that 12 stadiums across the United States will host matches for the expanded 2025 Club World Cup. The tournament will kick off on June 15, 2025, featuring 32 teams from Africa, Asia, Oceania, North America, Europe, and South America, with the final scheduled for July 13 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. This expanded format not only seeks to elevate the global profile of the competition but also sets the stage for the 2026 World Cup, reinforcing the U.S.'s growing importance in international football.
Additional details from recent reports highlight the broader support framework for the event, including FIFA’s commitment to funding local initiatives with a $1 million grant for each host city. With major broadcast deals in place—featuring networks like TNT and streaming partnerships like DAZN—the 2025 Club World Cup is poised to engage fans around the world, promising high-intensity matches and full stadiums throughout the tournament.