FIFA Club World Cup 2025: A New Era with 32 Teams
Overview of the Upcoming Tournament
The FIFA Club World Cup is poised for a major overhaul in 2025, introducing a fresh format that will see 32 teams compete in the United States. This exciting change marks a new chapter in the tournament's storied legacy.
Historical Winners
Since its launch in 2000, the FIFA Club World Cup has celebrated numerous prestigious clubs as champions. Below is a summary of the past winners:
1. 2000: Corinthians (Brazil) - triumphed over Vasco da Gama via penalties
2. 2005: São Paulo (Brazil) - defeated Liverpool 1-0
3. 2006: Internacional (Brazil) - overcame Barcelona 1-0
4. 2007: AC Milan (Italy) - bested Boca Juniors 4-2
5. 2008: Manchester United (England) - won against LDU Quito 1-0
6. 2009: Barcelona (Spain) - edged out Estudiantes 2-1 (AET)
7. 2010: Inter Milan (Italy) - secured victory over TP Mazembe 3-0
8. 2011: Barcelona (Spain) - dominated Santos 4-0
9. 2012: Corinthians (Brazil) - defeated Chelsea 1-0
10. 2013: Bayern Munich (Germany) - triumphed over Raja Casablanca 2-0
11. 2014: Real Madrid (Spain) - won against San Lorenzo 2-0
12. 2015: Barcelona (Spain) - beat River Plate 3-0
13. 2016: Real Madrid (Spain) - overcame Kashima Antlers 4-2 (AET)
14. 2017: Real Madrid (Spain) - defeated Grêmio 1-0
15. 2018: Real Madrid (Spain) - won against Al-Ain 4-1
16. 2019: Liverpool (England) - edged Flamengo 1-0 (AET)
17. 2020: Bayern Munich (Germany) - triumphed over UANL Tigres 1-0
18. 2021: Chelsea (England) - defeated Palmeiras 2-1 (AET)
19. 2022: Real Madrid (Spain) - won against Al-Hilal 5-3
20. 2023: Manchester City (England) - triumphed over Fluminense 4-0
Top Teams in the Tournament
Real Madrid leads the pack with the highest number of FIFA Club World Cup titles, having won five times. Barcelona follows with three victories, while Bayern Munich and Corinthians have each claimed the trophy twice.
Country-Wise Achievements
Spanish clubs have been particularly successful, amassing a total of eight titles. Brazilian teams have secured four championships, with English clubs also achieving four wins. Both Italian and German teams have each won the tournament twice.
Lionel Messi's Achievements
Lionel Messi has celebrated three FIFA Club World Cup victories with Barcelona in 2009, 2011, and 2015. He is set to captain Inter Miami in the 2025 tournament, aiming for a fourth title.