Philadelphia Set to Host 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Matches

On Wednesday, Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia will witness Manchester City face off against Wydad AC in the second match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, kicking off at noon.

Philadelphia is set to host a total of eight matches, with six occurring during the Group Stage and two in the Knockout Rounds.

The tournament commenced on June 14, featuring Lionel Messi and Inter Miami's match against Al Ahly at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. The final showdown is scheduled for July 13 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

Before the city welcomes FIFA World Cup matches in 2026, it will serve as a venue for this expanded Club World Cup, which has grown from seven to 32 teams. The tournament format includes eight groups of four teams competing in a round-robin style, with the top two from each group advancing to the knockout stage.

Fans eager to catch some of soccer's elite can find tickets at FIFA.com/tickets. The Club World Cup features prominent European clubs such as Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain, alongside South American powerhouses like Flamengo and River Plate.

In addition to Philadelphia, other U.S. host cities include Atlanta, Los Angeles, and Seattle, among others. The competition also sees representation from teams across Asia, Africa, and Oceania.

The financial stakes are high, with a total prize fund of $1 billion. The winning team could take home $125 million. FIFA has allocated $525 million in guaranteed fees for participating teams, with amounts varying based on team rankings.

For every match played, $2 million is awarded for victories in the group stage, while reaching the round of 16 nets $7.5 million. The ultimate champion will receive $40 million.

All matches of the Club World Cup will be streamed live on DAZN, ensuring fans can follow the action as it unfolds.