ALL POSTS TAGGED "Club World Cup"

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/ 7 days ago

Rule bent too far for Cristiano Ronaldo in Lionel Messi deja vu? FIFA and Gianni Infantino face 2026 World Cup legal storm after Portugal star’s red card U-turn

Cristiano Ronaldo and Gianni Infantino both stand at the center of a controversy that has shaken the foundations of soccer governance. What happened this summer for Lionel Messi at the 2025 Club World Cup has now re-emerged on a much bigger stage, placing FIFA under unprecedented scrutiny.
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/ 50 days ago

Real Madrid reportedly make bold call on young star who impressed at Club World Cup

Real Madrid, after a subdued season start, have reportedly secured a decision on a promising young talent. His exceptional performance in the Club World Cup has garnered interest from several of Europe's elite teams.
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/ 60 days ago

Mercedes-Benz Stadium, 2026 World Cup and role as PSG’s stadium inspiration — with AMB Sports COO Dietmar Exler

AMB Sports COO Dietmar Exler speaks about Mercedes-Benz Stadium, which is set to be one of the premier venues for the 2026 World Cup and a model for Paris Saint-Germain’s new stadium.
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/ 64 days ago

Barcelona, Liverpool, and Arsenal affected: FIFA considers controversial rule change to secure big teams’ participation in 2029 Club World Cup

The absence of top clubs like Barcelona, Liverpool, and Arsenal from the 2025 expanded Club World Cup sparked controversy—prompting FIFA to consider rule changes for 2029.
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/ 113 days ago

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher delivers five-word verdict: Why Chelsea’s 2025 FIFA Club World Cup win over PSG means less than you think

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has cast doubt over the significance of Chelsea’s recent 2025 FIFA Club World Cup victory, despite the Blues delivering one of the most stunning performances of their season to beat Paris Saint-Germain in the final.
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/ 121 days ago

Serie A’s bold VAR shake-up set to impact Christian Pulisic and Milan after 2025 FIFA Club World Cup trial – Premier League to follow

As Christian Pulisic gears up for his third season with Milan, both he and his Rossoneri teammates are set to face a game-changing new development in Italian soccer.
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/ 136 days ago

Soccer’s exponential growth in the U.S. and USL after FIFA Club World Cup and 2026 World Cup – with Brett Johnson

Brett Johnson, prominent businessman and major investor in U.S. soccer, has outlined his expectations for the sport’s growth in the country and the USL after the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 and ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
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/ 136 days ago

Surprise host emerges as favorite for 2029 FIFA Club World Cup — And it feels like World Cup 2022 all over again

Preparations for the 2029 Club World Cup are already heating up, and a surprise contender has stepped into the spotlight.
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/ 136 days ago

Real Madrid leads call for radical Club World Cup overhaul: FIFA’s reported response revealed

In the wake of a financially successful Club World Cup, Real Madrid and several other elite clubs across Europe and South America are pushing for a radical change.
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/ 141 days ago

Club World Cup’s schedule congestion and player health concerns force FIFA to take new key steps to protect players

In a move that echoes global calls for reform, the soccer governing body has reached a pivotal agreement with player representatives—one that could reshape how elite soccer is scheduled.
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/ 142 days ago

Jude Bellingham set for post-FIFA Club World Cup surgery: When is Real Madrid star expected to make his injury return?

Real Madrid’s young star is finally stepping away from the pitch, at least temporarily.
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/ 142 days ago

Controversy never ends: One rigorous FIFA rule breach emerges after Chelsea’s Club World Cup victory over PSG

When Chelsea stunned the soccer world by defeating Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in the FIFA Club World Cup Final, it wasn’t just the scoreline that shocked fans and pundits.
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/ 142 days ago

Aleksander Ceferin’s no-show speaks volumes: Why the UEFA president snubbed the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

Despite his high-ranking status in global soccer, UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin was nowhere to be seen at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, a move that did not go unnoticed.
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/ 143 days ago

Chelsea not included: Which teams have already qualified for the FIFA Club World Cup 2029?

Despite winning this year's edition, Chelsea haven't secured their ticket to the next edition of the FIFA Club World Cup in 2029, unlike other teams.
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/ 143 days ago

Not just winning the FIFA 2025 Club World Cup: Lionel Messi’s Argentina teammate makes rare world champion history

But in 2025, one Argentine midfielder carved his name into history, becoming the only active player to win both the FIFA World Cup and the FIFA Club World Cup.