The upcoming tournament promises the largest-ever payout in club football history. Image: Market Place.
(The Post News)– FIFA has unveiled the prize money structure for the highly anticipated FIFA Club World Cup 2025™, confirming a staggering USD 1 billion in total payouts. This includes performance-based rewards and a groundbreaking solidarity initiative designed to benefit clubs worldwide.
The competition, featuring 32 teams, will introduce a seven-match group stage and playoff format. The eventual champions could earn up to USD 125 million, making it the most lucrative club tournament to date. Beyond direct payouts to competing teams, FIFA has pledged an unprecedented USD 250 million for global club football development. This initiative underscores FIFA’s commitment to ensuring financial benefits extend beyond the tournament itself.
Notably, FIFA has stated that all revenue from the tournament will go directly to club football, without drawing from the organisation’s reserves.
Prize Money Breakdown
Total prize pool: USD 1 billion
Performance-based rewards: USD 475 million
Participation payouts: USD 525 million
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is set to redefine financial incentives in club football while reinforcing FIFA’s ambition to create a truly global sport.
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