Among the lasting lessons from the tournament was FIFA’s decision to dramatically drop ticket costs as some kickoff times approached, which could impact decisions by fans thinking of attending

An expanded Club World Cup marked by empty seats, slashed ticket prices, searing heat, weather-delayed matches and a criticized field surface ended in a surprise victory by Chelsea, the fourth-best te

Chelsea may have been crowned world champions, but only when they end their Premier League title drought will the Blues be able to say that they are back where they expect to be.

The tournament delivered spectacle and a clear warning: hosting the world's biggest sporting event next summer will take more than world-class stadiums.

Alexandria, Virginia hosting Al Ain FC’s base camp for FIFA Club World Cup 2025 brought community benefits, global connections, and insights for FIFA World Cup 2026.