FIFA and the Public Investment Fund (PIF) have officially announced a global partnership for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, with PIF named as an Official Partner of the tournament, which will be held across 11 U.S. cities from June 14 to July 13, 2025.
The partnership reflects a shared ambition between FIFA and PIF to expand global access to football, champion innovation, and deepen fan engagement.
A key pillar of the collaboration will be youth-focused initiatives, aimed at creating new opportunities for young people and strengthening grassroots development efforts around the world.
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The 2025 edition of the FIFA Club World Cup marks a significant evolution in the tournament’s format. Featuring 32 of the world’s top clubs, it will unite champions from all six FIFA confederations for the first time in a month-long competition.
Romy Gai, chief business officer at FIFA, said: “We are delighted to welcome PIF as a partner of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. Together, we look forward to delivering a historic tournament that inspires and unites fans from around the world.
“The partners of the first-ever 32-team FIFA Club World Cup believe in our vision to make football truly global. Their support of the tournament will not only be integral to its success but will underpin investment in supporting the development of club football everywhere.”
Mohammed AlSayyad, head of corporate brand at PIF, said: “PIF is creating a legacy of transformative impact in sports including through its partnerships, delivering positive and lasting results at every level, from players and fans to host communities.
“PIF is at the forefront of growing football around the world following our Concacaf partnership announced last year and our continued investment in football. We are unlocking opportunities to drive the growth of the sport around the world.”
Matches will take place in 12 stadiums across major U.S. cities, culminating in a final at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey on July 13, where the world’s top club will be crowned.
This global event is seen as a pivotal step in Saudi Arabia’s broader strategy to position itself at the forefront of international sport.
As the confirmed host of the FIFA World Cup 2034, Saudi Arabia is leveraging major partnerships and high-profile tournaments to support the global growth of football, nurture talent, and bring long-lasting benefits to both domestic and international communities.
In a move to make the tournament as accessible as possible, all 63 matches will be streamed live and free of charge on DAZN.com, allowing fans worldwide to experience every moment of the first expanded edition of the FIFA Club World Cup.
With this landmark collaboration, FIFA and PIF are aiming to shape the future of football — empowering youth, inspiring fans, and reinforcing the sport’s global impact.
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