The FIFA Club World Cup 2024 will take place in Saudi Arabia from December 12 to December 22, 2024. This annual competition will bring together the best clubs from different football confederations, aiming to crown the world’s top club team.
Format and Structure
The tournament will feature seven teams representing different continents, including winners from the AFC, CAF, CONCACAF, CONMEBOL, UEFA, the OFC, and the domestic champions of Saudi Arabia, the host nation. The competition follows a knockout format, with some lower-ranked teams playing in an initial round before advancing to the quarterfinals and semifinals.
Rewards and Prize Pool
The 2024 edition continues FIFA’s tradition of awarding substantial prize money. The winner will receive $5 million, while the runner-up earns $4 million. Teams finishing in third and fourth places will earn $2.5 million and $2 million, respectively, with the remaining teams receiving smaller shares based on their performance【41】【43】.
Previous Edition and Anticipation
The 2023 edition, also held in Saudi Arabia, saw Manchester City claim the title by defeating Fluminense 4-0 in the final. This victory marked City’s first-ever Club World Cup win and added another accolade to their already impressive trophy cabinet. The 2024 tournament promises to offer equally fierce competition, with clubs from various continents vying for global dominance【43】.
This tournament provides an exciting end to the calendar year, giving football fans the chance to see elite clubs from around the world compete for prestigious honors.
