Roger Hampel
FIFA has revealed the 12 U.S. stadiums that will host the highly anticipated FIFA Club World Cup 2025™. For the first time, 32 of the world’s top clubs will compete for the coveted title of FIFA Club World Champions in a format that promises to reshape the future of global club football.
MetLife Stadium to Host the Grand Finale
The historic final will take place at the world-renowned MetLife Stadium, located in New York/New Jersey, on 13 July 2025. This iconic venue will once again be in the spotlight just a year before it hosts the final of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, solidifying its place as one of the premier football arenas on the planet.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino remarked, "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." The tournament will officially begin on 15 June 2025, spanning 29 thrilling days of club football that will captivate fans around the world.
The 12 U.S. Stadiums for FIFA Club World Cup 2025™
Joining MetLife Stadium are 11 other top-tier venues across the United States:
- Mercedes-Benz Stadium - Atlanta
- Bank of America Stadium - Charlotte
- TQL Stadium - Cincinnati
- Rose Bowl Stadium - Los Angeles
- Hard Rock Stadium - Miami
- GEODIS Park - Nashville
- Camping World Stadium - Orlando
- Inter&Co Stadium - Orlando
- Lincoln Financial Field - Philadelphia
- Lumen Field - Seattle
- Audi Field - Washington, D.C.
These state-of-the-art stadiums will set the stage for some of the most exciting matches in club football history, as teams from all corners of the globe come together to compete.
A New Era in Global Club Football
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ represents a turning point in the sport. It will be the largest, most inclusive, and merit-based club football competition ever organized, marking the first time clubs from Africa, Asia, Central and North America, and Oceania will compete on an equal footing with the powerhouses of Europe and South America.
"This is about opportunity and hope for those who need it most, and also about prestige and true football for those who make our sport shine," said Infantino. He emphasized the importance of inclusion and solidarity, reinforcing FIFA’s commitment to making the tournament a platform for diverse talent from across the footballing world.
The competition will feature 32 teams, split into eight groups of four, with the draw set for December 2024. Currently, only two spots remain unconfirmed—one for a South American club and another for a team from the host nation, the United States. The group stage match schedule will be published soon after the draw.
What to Expect
As the countdown to June 2025 begins, excitement is building for what promises to be a monumental tournament. Football fans from around the globe will flock to the United States to witness this historic competition. The 32 competing clubs will bring an incredible buzz, with millions watching the drama unfold on some of the most iconic stages in American sports.
Photo Credit & Source: FIFA
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