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MIAMI, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 05: FIFA President Gianni Infantino poses for a photo whilst pointing at ... More The FIFA Club World Cup Trophy during the reception after the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Draw at Telemundo Studios on December 05, 2024 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Eva Marie Uzcategui - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
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The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is set to be a groundbreaking event, not only due to its expanded format but also because of the significant financial rewards it offers to participating teams. With a total prize pool of $1 billion, the tournament promises considerable earnings for clubs from around the globe. For African football, this presents an exceptional opportunity, as four clubs—Al Ahly (Egypt), Wydad AC (Morocco), Esperance de Tunis (Tunisia), and Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa)—will benefit immensely from their participation.
Guaranteed Earnings for African Clubs
Each of these African clubs will receive a participation fee of $9.55 million, providing a substantial financial boost before the tournament even begins. This allocation is part of FIFA’s commitment to ensuring the equitable distribution of funds among clubs from different continents. For many African teams, such a windfall represents a significant portion of their annual budget, offering a rare chance to invest in various aspects of their operations.
Performance-Based Prize Money
MIAMI, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 05: A detailed view of The FIFA Club World Cup Trophy during the reception ... More after the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Draw at Telemundo Studios on December 05, 2024 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Brennan Asplen/Getty Images)
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In addition to the guaranteed participation fee, clubs have the potential to earn extra revenue based on their performance throughout the tournament. The breakdown is as follows:
Group Stage: $2 million per win, $1 million per draw.
Round of 16: An additional $7.5 million.
Quarter-Finals: An additional $13.125 million.
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