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FIFA Club World Cup Format Explained: How the Tournament Works
In brief
The FIFA Club World Cup brings together club champions from FIFA’s confederations (and hosts, depending on the edition). Formats have expanded in recent cycles — always confirm the current edition’s regulations on FIFA.com.
The FIFA Club World Cup brings together club champions from FIFA’s confederations (and hosts, depending on the edition). Formats have expanded in recent cycles — always confirm the current edition’s regulations on FIFA.com.
Who qualifies for the Club World Cup?
Qualification paths differ by confederation tournament.
Where are official regulations?
Edition size and calendar can change between cycles.
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Last updated: 12 Oct 2026. Re-check linked official sources before citing figures.
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Is it the same as the UEFA Champions League?
No — Champions League is European; Club World Cup is a FIFA intercontinental club event.
How often is it played?
Scheduling is set by FIFA and has varied by era.
Where are scores?
FIFA match centres and our live scores hub when listed.
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