After nearly a month of action, the first-ever FIFA Club World Cup under the new expanded format has come to an end. FIFA’s decision to model the competition after the World Cup structure used in international football proved to be a major success. It’s expected that, over time, the format will be further refined.
There were several title contenders coming into the tournament, including Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and PSG — the latter entering the competition as arguably the most dominant team in Europe. However, it was Chelsea who pulled off the biggest surprise, clinching the championship on Sunday, July 13, in the United States.
Led by head coach Enzo Maresca, the English side played their best game of the season when it mattered most, thoroughly outclassing PSG with a commanding 3-0 victory in the final. The result marked a historic title for the Blues, who now set their sights on even bigger goals.
Although this was the first edition under the new format, several Club World Cups had been held previously under the old structure. When combining results from both eras, the all-time table for accumulated points paints a clear picture of dominance.
Club World Cup all-time points leaders
At the top of the list stands Real Madrid — the most successful club in football history — with a commanding 51 points in 19 matches played. In second place is Egypt’s Al Ahly, a consistent powerhouse in African football, with 35 points from 16 appearances.
This updated historical table not only highlights the consistency of Europe’s giants but also showcases the competitive growth of clubs from other continents in the global game.
