FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Odds and favourites
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 is a 32-team tournament featuring club sides from across the planet, being hosted in 12 different stadiums in the United States between June 14 and July 13.
This is the first iteration of the expanded competition and while it has thrown up a few shocks here and there, it does seem like one of the elite European sides will be lifting the trophy – with three of the four semi-finalists representing UEFA.
Here is your must-read guide to the new-look Club World Cup, one of the biggest sporting events in the calendar this year.
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Club World Cup odds and favourites to win
It is time to take a look at the favourites to triumph at the 32-team event using the latest FIFA Club World Cup betting odds. Here are the five sides currently available at the shortest prices.
Paris Saint-Germain (6/4 with Ladbrokes)
It has been a quick turnaround for Paris Saint-Germain, who lifted the Champions League trophy just a fortnight before this tournament got underway. PSG won that final against Inter in record-breaking fashion, dismantling the Italian side 5-0, and they’ve carried that form into this tournament, putting four past both Atlético Madrid on matchday 1 and Inter Miami in the last 16.
Despite being momentarily stunned by Brazilian side Botafogo in one of the upsets of the competition so far, and despite Ballon d’Or candidate Ousmane Dembélé only playing a limited role so far as he works his way back from injury, Luis Enrique’s side have shown no signs of slowing down after a long season.
The bookies have shortened their odds since the tournament kicked off and they are now favourites to be crowned world champions just weeks after becoming European champions.
They will, however, be without both starting centre back Willian Pacho and defensive utility man Lucas Hernández after both were sent off in their quarter-final against Bayern Munich.
Back Paris Saint-Germain to go all the way at the 2025 Club World Cup at 6/4 with Ladbrokes
Real Madrid (2/1 with Spreadex)
With 15 Champions League victories to their name, Real Madrid are the most successful side in the history of European football. After adding Kylian Mbappé to a team that had just won that fifteenth title, however, they failed to live up to the hype in 2024/25, crashing out to Arsenal in the quarter-finals.
They also lost both domestic titles to fierce rivals Barcelona, meaning that the Frenchman still hasn’t won a trophy with the Spanish giants. Former player Xabi Alonso has been installed as the new manager following the departure of Carlo Ancelotti.
Alonso has been one of the hottest properties in the game after guiding Bayer Leverkusen to a historic Bundesliga title, without losing. Over the middle and long-term, there will be a lot of work for Alonso to do to get Real competing for major honours but they are still very much in contention to win this competition.
Los Blancos didn’t make an ideal start – drawing 1-1 with Al-Hilal – but have started to click into gear now, comfortably defeating Austrian outfit Red Bull Salzburg to top their group, before seeing off Juventus and Borussia Dortmund in their two knockout games so far.
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Chelsea (29/10 with AK Bets)
PSG weren’t the only side to arrive in the States fresh off of lifting a European trophy – with Chelsea winning the relatively-new Conference League and completing what may become an unlikely hat trick of UEFA titles, having also won the more prestigious two twice each during the Roman Abramovich era.
Enzo Maresca has now had a year to get his ideas across to his players, and there are signs that things are starting to come good. Chelsea’s squad is not as star-studded as the likes of PSG and Real Madrid, but they have recently proven their tournament pedigree.
After seeing off Benfica in extra time of their last 16 tie, the West Londoners’ odds dramatically shortened due to two huge upsets on their side of the draw. With Al-Hilal knocking out Manchester City, and Fluminense sending Inter Milan home, Chelsea knew they wouldn’t face another European side until the final – should they get there.
Their semi-final opponents, Fluminense, will be the third Brazilian side the 2021 Champions League winners have faced in the competition and they have proven to be tricky opposition for them so far.
The blues came unstuck against Flamengo in the group stage, and it took until the last 10 minutes for them to eventually see off Palmeiras in their quarter-final. It might not be as straightforward as it seems.
Choose Chelsea to achieve Club World Cup success at 29/10 with AK Bets
Fluminense (16/1 with BetVictor)
It has been a strong showing from the Brazilian sides, who have historically provided the sternest tests for the UEFA heavyweights vying for the world title in its previous format.
Fluminense reached the most recent final, but were ultimately outclassed by Manchester City. The 2023 Copa Libertadores winners have put together a solid run again here, with their most impressive outings coming against European opposition – holding Borussia Dortmund to a goalless draw in their opener and beating Inter Milan 2-0 in the last 16.
They would’ve been considered underdogs in their quarter-final against Al-Hilal too, after the Saudi side’s famous win against Man City. Goals from Matheus Martinelli and Hércules, however, ensured a 2-1 win and have the Rio-based club within one game of an unlikely final.
Back the underdog Fluminense to win the first expanded Club World Cup at 16/1 with BetVictor
Club World Cup 2025 Schedule
The Club World Cup began with 32 teams split into eight groups, much like the now-discontinued (international) World Cup and Champions League format. The top two in each section advanced to the round of 16, with every FIFA Club World Cup game from thAT point onwards becoming a straight knockout with the drama and intensity ratcheted up.
Here are all the dates for the remaining games:
Round Number of teams Dates Semi-Finals 4 July 8 – July 9 Final 2 July 13
Who are the semi-finalists?
Unsurprisingly, three of the last four are European sides. It could’ve easily been a clean sweep, however, had Al-Hilal and Fluminense not caused massive shocks in eliminating Man City and Inter Milan respectively, to guarantee at least two confederations would be represented at this stage of the competition.
Here are the upcoming semi-final ties, both of which – as well as the final – will be played in MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
- Fluminense v Chelsea
- PSG v Real Madrid
New format of the 2025 Club World Cup
The previous edition of the Club World Cup involved only seven teams, so the 2025 version is almost like an entirely new event. Here is our brief explanation of the revamped format and the qualification process across all six FIFA confederations.
How did teams qualify for the Club World Cup?
The 32 spots were awarded to the winners of every continental competition (such as the UEFA Champions League or the Copa Libertadores) in the previous four years (2021-2024) and, from there, the highest-ranked teams over that same four-year period.
There could only be a maximum of two sides per country, however. The only exception to this rule is if numerous continental champions emerge from the same country, which is the case with Brazil this year.
One berth was reserved for a team from the host nation, in this case Inter Miami. There was also a play-off match to determine the replacements for León, who were forced to withdraw due to FIFA’s multi-club ownership restrictions. Los Angeles FC defeated fellow Mexican side Club América 2-1 to make it three MLS sides in the competition – along with Seattle Sounders and the aforementioned Miami.
What is the Club World Cup prize money?
There is a total prize fund of $1 billion for the Club World Cup, with FIFA keen to make the tournament worthwhile for the 32 clubs involved. Every club will receive a share of $525m for merely taking part, while the remaining $475m is handed out according to performance at the competition.
If the winner comes from Europe as expected, they will earn a maximum of just short of $156m. European teams stand to earn more from the participation fund because of their superior commercial power.
Club World Cup teams: who is participating?
Let’s use this opportunity to take a look at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 qualified teams list, and who has been eliminated so far – the table below lists each continent’s representatives and explains how they qualified.
UEFA (Europe)
| Team | Country | Qualification method |
|---|---|---|
| Chelsea | England | UEFA Champions League winners (2021) |
| Real Madrid | Spain | UEFA Champions League winners (2022, 2024) |
| Paris Saint-Germain | France | UEFA four-year ranking |
CONMEBOL (South America)
| Team | Country | Qualification method |
|---|---|---|
| Fluminense | Brazil | Copa Libertadores winners (2023) |
CAF (Africa)
| Team | Country | Qualification method |
|---|---|---|
AFC (Asia)
| Team | Country | Qualification method |
|---|---|---|
CONCACAF (North America, Central America and the Caribbean)
| Team | Country | Qualification method |
|---|---|---|
OFC (Oceania)
| Team | Country | Qualification method |
|---|---|---|
Stadiums for the 2025 Club World Cup
The United States was chosen by FIFA as the host nation for the 2025 Club World Cup in June 2023.
Twelve stadiums in 11 cities were selected to stage games at the tournament and Club World Cup tickets for the biggest matches have been in high demand. Below is our overview of the grounds that are in use this summer.
Stadium City and State Capacity Number of Games Rose Bowl Pasadena, California 88,500 6 MetLife Stadium East Rutherford, New Jersey 82,500 9 (including one quarter-final, both semi-finals and final) Bank of America Stadium Charlotte, North Carolina 75,000 4 Mercedes-Benz Stadium Atlanta, Georgia 75,000 6 (including one quarter-final) Lincoln Financial Field Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 69,000 8 (including one quarter-final) Lumen Field Seattle, Washington 69,000 6 Hard Rock Stadium Miami, Florida 65,000 8 Camping World Stadium Orlando, Florida 65,000 4 (including one quarter-final) Geodis Park Nashville, Tennessee 30,000 3 TQL Stadium Cincinnati, Ohio 26,000 4 Inter&Co Stadium Orlando, Florida 25,000 2 Audi Field Washington D.C. 20,000 3
How to bet on the 2025 Club World Cup
Most betting sites will cover the Club World Cup, but some will offer only a limited range of markets while others will take the tournament as seriously as the Champions League or the international World Cup. Here is some important information about how to bet on the event.
- Create your account. Take advantage of introductory offers and sign-up bonuses such as free bets when you sign up for licensed football bookmakers.
- Fund your account. Deposit some money into your account so you can place your first bet. Remember, never bet more than you can afford.
- Explore betting markets. Decide whether you want to bet on an outright market or on an individual game. Take a look at all the options available to you.
- Place your bet. Once you have decided your selection, place your bet via the website or app.
- Monitor your bet. You can follow along in-play, with most bookies offering early cashout options.
Tips for betting on the Club World Cup
Before you get started on your Club World Cup betting journey, have a read of our useful tips and tricks.
- Combine your bets. Instead of just betting on individual outcomes, make use of doubles, trebles and accumulators to increase your potential winnings.
- Compare different betting sites. Do not just rely on the same bookie for the entire tournament. Sign up for several and check for the best price before you place any bet.
- Keep up to date. The more you put in, the more you get out. Look at the data and pay attention to the latest team news so you are getting the full picture.
- Consider other markets. The most popular market remains ‘match winner’, but online betting sites offer so much more – do not be afraid to bet on more niche markets.
- Bet responsibly. Do not bet more than you can afford and do not chase your losses.
Conclusion: who will win the Club World Cup 2025?
The expanded Club World Cup is an exciting addition to the soccer schedule and the 2025 edition has already brought plenty of drama and intrigue.
Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea have had strong tournaments, but in our view Real Madrid will be the most desperate to win it. Following a trophyless season, the club has already made clear that it will take the tournament seriously and the sheer number of talented players at Xabi Alonso’s disposal may end up carrying them all the way.
Choose Real Madrid as Club World Cup champions at 2/1 with Spreadex.
FAQ
1. When and where is the Club World Cup final?
The Club World Cup 2025 final will be held on July 13 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The home ground of NFL sides the New York Giants and the New York Jets, the Stadium has a capacity of 82,500.
2. Which EPL teams participate in the Club World Cup?
Two English Premier Leagues teams will be involved in the upcoming edition of the Club World Cup: Manchester City and Chelsea.
3. How much does the Club World Cup winner get?
The winner of the Club World Cup final will receive $40m, having already pocketed a minimum of $74.63m from FIFA’s sporting performance fund on their way to the showpiece event.
4. Why are Chelsea in the Club World Cup?
Chelsea are in the Club World Cup due to winning the Champions League in 2020/21, beating Manchester City in the final. As the Club World Cup will run on a four-year cycle, much like the World Cup, all teams who win the Champions League between edition will qualify.
5. Why are Liverpool not in the Club World Cup?
Liverpool are absent from the Club World Cup because they did not win the Champions League in the qualifying period between 2020/21 and 2023/24. There is a limit on two teams per country, with Chelsea and Manchester City taking England’s places, so there was no room for Liverpool or any other Premier League outfits.
About the author
Greg Lea
Greg Lea is a freelance football writer from London. He predominantly covers the Premier League and has had work published by the Guardian, FourFourTwo, ESPN and others.
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