Auckland City, the champions of the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC), along with the world’s elite football clubs, will learn their opponents for the inaugural 32-team FIFA Club World Cup on December 5, 2024. The draw will take place in Miami, USA, and is expected to attract significant global attention.
Scheduled to start at 1:00 PM local time (7:00 PM CET), the live event will be broadcasted worldwide via FIFA’s official platforms and other media channels. By the time of the draw, all 32 participating clubs will be confirmed, with the final slot to be determined during the highly anticipated all-Brazilian CONMEBOL Libertadores final on November 30, 2024, between Clube Atlético Mineiro and Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
This upcoming Libertadores match carries significant implications, as Atlético Mineiro seeks to claim the title for a second time after their victory in 2013. Meanwhile, Botafogo, leading the Brazilian league, aims for their first-ever win in South America’s most prestigious club competition, only days before the FIFA Club World Cup draw.
FIFA has also outlined the details of the tournament, including the selection of 12 venues. Inter Miami CF, as the host, secured their spot following an outstanding record in the 2024 MLS regular season. Seattle Sounders FC will play their group stage matches at the renowned Lumen Field, and the tournament is set to kick off at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on June 15, 2025. Additionally, Hisense has been announced as the first partner for this landmark event, which took place during a recent presentation in Shanghai.
In summary, the anticipation for the FIFA Club World Cup is building, with clubs from around the globe eager to compete on this prestigious stage. This tournament promises to be a celebration of football, showcasing talent from various leagues and providing exciting opportunities for fans worldwide to engage with the sport they love. There is hope that this event will inspire future generations of players and deepen the global appreciation for football.
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