ORLANDO, Fla. (Sept. 28, 2024) — The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has announced the 11 cities and 12 venues that will host matches during the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, with Orlando's Inter&Co Stadium and Camping World Stadium both set to welcome competition as the 32-team tournament makes its U.S. debut next summer.
The lineup was unveiled Saturday as part of the Global Citizen Festival in New York City.
Recently named the nation's No. 1 city for hosting events by Sports Business Journal, the City Beautiful continues to thrive as a host for premier competition, including flagship soccer events on both the club and federation levels. Notably, Orlando will be the only 2025 FIFA Club World Cup host city with tournament matches in multiple venues.
Earlier this year, Inter&Co Stadium, the home of Major League Soccer’s Orlando City SC and the National Women’s Soccer League’s Orlando Pride, served as a host venue for Copa America 2024, while Orlando City hosted Brazilian side Flamengo earlier this year in partnership with Florida Cup.
Additionally, in June, Camping World Stadium drew 60,016 fans for the Allstate Continental Clásico, a marquee matchup between the U.S. and Brazil Men’s National soccer teams. The venue also welcomed a sellout crowd of 63,237 for July's FC Series friendly between European powerhouses Barcelona and Manchester City.
The competition will be the largest stand-alone global club football event ever staged in the United States and globally, with the best 32 clubs from all over the world participating. The tournament kicks off on Sunday, June 15, 2025, with all roads leading to the MetLife Stadium on Sunday, July 13, 2025, where the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ will be played, just over a year before the venue stages the FIFA World Cup 26™ final.
With the draw set for December, just two of the 32 teams are yet to be confirmed: one from South America, the other representing the host country. Further information regarding the draw, which will see the 32 best clubs in the world divided into eight exciting groups of four, will be released in due course. The tournament match schedule will be published shortly after the draw.
Fans can visit FIFA.com/tickets to register for FIFA Club World Cup 2025 ticket and hospitality information.
The lineup was unveiled Saturday as part of the Global Citizen Festival in New York City.
Recently named the nation's No. 1 city for hosting events by Sports Business Journal, the City Beautiful continues to thrive as a host for premier competition, including flagship soccer events on both the club and federation levels. Notably, Orlando will be the only 2025 FIFA Club World Cup host city with tournament matches in multiple venues.
Earlier this year, Inter&Co Stadium, the home of Major League Soccer’s Orlando City SC and the National Women’s Soccer League’s Orlando Pride, served as a host venue for Copa America 2024, while Orlando City hosted Brazilian side Flamengo earlier this year in partnership with Florida Cup.
Additionally, in June, Camping World Stadium drew 60,016 fans for the Allstate Continental Clásico, a marquee matchup between the U.S. and Brazil Men’s National soccer teams. The venue also welcomed a sellout crowd of 63,237 for July's FC Series friendly between European powerhouses Barcelona and Manchester City.
The competition will be the largest stand-alone global club football event ever staged in the United States and globally, with the best 32 clubs from all over the world participating. The tournament kicks off on Sunday, June 15, 2025, with all roads leading to the MetLife Stadium on Sunday, July 13, 2025, where the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ will be played, just over a year before the venue stages the FIFA World Cup 26™ final.
With the draw set for December, just two of the 32 teams are yet to be confirmed: one from South America, the other representing the host country. Further information regarding the draw, which will see the 32 best clubs in the world divided into eight exciting groups of four, will be released in due course. The tournament match schedule will be published shortly after the draw.
Fans can visit FIFA.com/tickets to register for FIFA Club World Cup 2025 ticket and hospitality information.
What They’re Saying:
City of Orlando Mayor, Buddy Dyer
"We are thrilled to welcome the FIFA Club World Cup to both of our Downtown stadiums next summer. Events like these solidify our city's reputation for hosting world-class competitions and offering unforgettable experiences, and we look forward to working with our community partners to put Orlando’s best foot forward for fans, top clubs and FIFA delegates from around the globe."
Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings
“We are excited to have the FIFA Club World Cup coming to our community next year. Hosting this prestigious event highlights our community's ability to shine on the global stage and reinforces our shared commitment to bringing world-class sports and entertainment to our residents and visitors alike.”
Orlando City SC, Orlando Pride & Inter&Co Stadium President of Business Operations, Jarrod Dillon
“All of us at Inter&Co Stadium are very excited and humbled to be one of only four soccer-specific stadiums selected to host matches in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, one of the most exciting club tournaments in all of sports. Each day we strive to make Inter&Co Stadium a top destination for soccer events, and we are proud that our venue is being recognized on this global stage. We cannot wait for our fans and our broader community to show the world why Orlando is one of the best soccer markets in the world. We would also like to congratulate our colleagues at Greater Orlando Sports Commission, Florida Citrus Sports and Orlando Venues, as we continue to prove why the City Beautiful was selected as the number one sporting destination in the United States.”
Florida Citrus Sports Chief Executive Officer, Steve Hogan
“To be selected to host the FIFA Club World Cup in 2025 is a tremendous win for Orlando. Events like these are a testament to our local leadership and our sports community's shared commitment to bringing the biggest events on earth to Central Florida. We look forward to providing an unforgettable experience for fans and showcasing our city's passion for the game on a global stage.”
Greater Orlando Sports Commission President & Chief Executive Officer, Jason Siegel
“Orlando is incredibly proud and honored to have been chosen by FIFA to host matches for the first ever FIFA Club World Cup in 2025. Inter&Co Stadium, Camping World Stadium, and our world class tourism community are ready to welcome some of the best clubs and their fans from around the world next summer. Thank you to our friends and long-term partners at FIFA for once again putting their trust in Orlando to be a part of this new era in club football.”
Visit Orlando President and CEO Casandra Matej
“As the most visited destination in the U.S., Orlando has a proven track record of hosting major international events. We are grateful to FIFA for the opportunity to host 2025 FIFA Club World Cup games at two of our exceptional venues and look forward to working with our local partners to showcase how in Orlando you can come for the game and stay for the fun.”
City of Orlando Mayor, Buddy Dyer
"We are thrilled to welcome the FIFA Club World Cup to both of our Downtown stadiums next summer. Events like these solidify our city's reputation for hosting world-class competitions and offering unforgettable experiences, and we look forward to working with our community partners to put Orlando’s best foot forward for fans, top clubs and FIFA delegates from around the globe."
Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings
“We are excited to have the FIFA Club World Cup coming to our community next year. Hosting this prestigious event highlights our community's ability to shine on the global stage and reinforces our shared commitment to bringing world-class sports and entertainment to our residents and visitors alike.”
Orlando City SC, Orlando Pride & Inter&Co Stadium President of Business Operations, Jarrod Dillon
“All of us at Inter&Co Stadium are very excited and humbled to be one of only four soccer-specific stadiums selected to host matches in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, one of the most exciting club tournaments in all of sports. Each day we strive to make Inter&Co Stadium a top destination for soccer events, and we are proud that our venue is being recognized on this global stage. We cannot wait for our fans and our broader community to show the world why Orlando is one of the best soccer markets in the world. We would also like to congratulate our colleagues at Greater Orlando Sports Commission, Florida Citrus Sports and Orlando Venues, as we continue to prove why the City Beautiful was selected as the number one sporting destination in the United States.”
Florida Citrus Sports Chief Executive Officer, Steve Hogan
“To be selected to host the FIFA Club World Cup in 2025 is a tremendous win for Orlando. Events like these are a testament to our local leadership and our sports community's shared commitment to bringing the biggest events on earth to Central Florida. We look forward to providing an unforgettable experience for fans and showcasing our city's passion for the game on a global stage.”
Greater Orlando Sports Commission President & Chief Executive Officer, Jason Siegel
“Orlando is incredibly proud and honored to have been chosen by FIFA to host matches for the first ever FIFA Club World Cup in 2025. Inter&Co Stadium, Camping World Stadium, and our world class tourism community are ready to welcome some of the best clubs and their fans from around the world next summer. Thank you to our friends and long-term partners at FIFA for once again putting their trust in Orlando to be a part of this new era in club football.”
Visit Orlando President and CEO Casandra Matej
“As the most visited destination in the U.S., Orlando has a proven track record of hosting major international events. We are grateful to FIFA for the opportunity to host 2025 FIFA Club World Cup games at two of our exceptional venues and look forward to working with our local partners to showcase how in Orlando you can come for the game and stay for the fun.”
About Inter&Co Stadium:
Opened in March 2017, Inter&Co Stadium is home to Orlando City of Major League Soccer (MLS) and Orlando Pride of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). The soccer-specific stadium is located in the heart of Downtown Orlando and was the first MLS stadium to open with five consecutive victories.
Inter&Co Stadium was 100 percent privately funded at a cost of $155 million. It features a 360 - degree lower bowl, North America’s first safe-standing supporters’ section – dubbed “The Wall” – and a four-sided canopy roof to keep the noise in and weather out. In Section 12, there are 49 rainbow-colored seats to memorialize the victims of the tragedy at Pulse Night Club. The stadium also houses the Club’s Front Office.
Since its opening, the venue had already seen a number of guest experience upgrades, highlighted by the “Orlando Made” food and beverage program, featuring local favorites for fans to enjoy all that the City Beautiful has to offer under one roof.
To date, the stadium has hosted U.S. Men’s National Team's 2018 & 2022 World Cup Qualifiers, the U.S. Women's National Team in the 2018, 2020 & 2023 SheBelieves Cup, as well as the 2017 NWSL Championship, 2017 NCAA Women’s College Cup, 2018 & 2019 MLS Combines, multiple editions of the Florida Cup, the 2019 MLS All-Star Game, the 2019, 2021 & 2022 Cure Bowl, the Orlando Philharmonic and the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games Opening Ceremony.
About Camping World Stadium:
Camping World Stadium is owned and operated by the City of Orlando. Originally opened in 1936 as a Works Progress Administration project by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, the stadium has undergone numerous expansions and name changes over the years. Over the years, the venue hosted international soccer matches in the 1994 World Cup and the 1996 Summer Olympic Games.
The historic venue began a massive $207.7 million reconstruction in 2014, which yielded 90% all- new construction and a completely modernized stadium. Its sustainable design achieved a LEED Silver Certification for new construction from the U.S. Green Building Council.
The continued investment has bolstered Camping World Stadium's ability to draw high-profile events like neutral-site college football games, the NFL Pro Bowl, WrestleMania, Monster Jam World Finals and big-name concerts while retaining its signature annual bowl games and events. Over the last three years, the stadium has hosted four international soccer matches with crowds over 60,000: Chelsea vs. Arsenal (2022 -- 63,811); Real Madrid vs. Juventus (2023 -- 63,503), US Men’s National Team vs. Brazil (2024 -- 60,016) and Manchester City vs. Barcelona (2024 – 63,237).
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