2025 FIFA Club World Cup: Prize Money, Trophy, and Sponsorship Details

Get the latest details on the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, including prize money, trophy design, sponsorship, and favorites to win.

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is set to be the most lucrative iteration of the tournament yet, with a total prize money pool of $1 billion. The winning team can earn up to $125 million, with the runner-up receiving $30 million. Additionally, teams will receive a participation fee, with European teams earning between $9.9 million and $29.5 million, and teams from other continents receiving between $7.4 million and $11.8 million.

The prize money distribution is as follows:

1. Winner: Up to $125 million
2. Runner-up: $30 million
3. Semi-finalist: $16.3 million
4. Quarter-finalist: $10.2 million
5. Round of 16: $5.8 million
6. Group stage: $1.5 million per win, $770,000 per draw 

As for the trophy, the winning team will receive a brand-new, gleaming gold trophy.

A New Era for the Club World Cup

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup has undergone a significant expansion, transforming it into a premier international club competition. This summer's edition boasts a round-robin group stage, 12 state-of-the-art venues, and a substantial broadcasting contract, making it a flagship event in this year's football calendar. The increased number of matches has led to higher commercial revenues, driven by growing gate receipts, merchandising sales, and media interest.

As a result of this growth, the tournament's prize pot has increased substantially in 2025. All participating teams are set to receive a considerable financial windfall, with the winner claiming one of the largest prizes in competitive club football. In addition to the monetary reward, a newly designed Club World Cup trophy will be awarded to the champion, featuring a bold, eye-catching, and unique design that embodies the spirit of the competition.

Record-Breaking Prize Money for the 2025 Club World Cup

The prize money for this year's tournament has been revealed, with FIFA set to distribute a staggering $2.65 billion to Club World Cup participants. This represents a significant increase of $2.49 billion compared to the previous tournament, recalibrating the financial landscape of the competition.

The prize money breakdown is as follows: all 32 participating clubs will receive at least $50 million for competing, while the champions will take home a substantial $100 million. Additionally, teams can earn performance-related bonuses for winning matches and progressing to the latter stages of the tournament. This is a significant departure from the rewards offered at the previous Club World Cup, where Manchester City received $5 million for winning the title, and runners-up Fluminense received $4 million. The teams that finished in third to sixth positions shared a collective pot of $7 million.

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A Financial Game-Changer for Clubs Worldwide

The financial rewards of the expanded Club World Cup are not only unprecedented but also compare favorably to other lucrative sporting competitions. For instance, Real Madrid earned $89 million for winning the 2023/24 UEFA Champions League, while Manchester City received $79 million for retaining the Premier League title. In contrast, the winner of the 2025 Club World Cup will take home a staggering $100 million.

The significant financial boost provided by the Club World Cup will be particularly beneficial for clubs from less prosperous leagues. For example, Urawa Red Diamonds received only $1.2 million for finishing fourth in the 2023 J1 League season, despite delivering their strongest domestic campaign in seven years. Similarly, Ulsan HD, the 2024 K1-League champions, have a squad value estimated to be $16.5 million, which is three times less than the $50 million they will receive for participating in the Club World Cup.

The 2025 Club World Cup Trophy: A Futuristic Masterpiece

Following the conclusion of the 2025 Club World Cup final at MetLife Stadium on July 13th, the winning captain will be presented with a newly designed trophy. FIFA has collaborated with renowned jeweler Tiffany & Co. to create a striking award that embodies the spirit of the competition.

The trophy features a set of interlocking golden circles mounted on a jet-black plaque, giving it an intergalactic appearance. Inspired by space travel, astronomy, and the 1977 launch of the Voyager Golden Records, the designers aimed for a futuristic feel. The gold-encrusted rings display the names of all 211 FIFA member associations, while the central disc features descriptions of football's cultural significance, references to previous Club World Cups, and classic footballing imagery. Notably, the text is written in 13 different languages, with a separate section inscribed in braille.

FIFA has described the trophy's golden appearance as reflecting ”the relentless pursuit of greatness.” FIFA President Gianni Infantino praised the trophy, saying, “The trophy had to be innovative, inclusive, groundbreaking, and truly global, as this competition is. The FIFA Club World Cup trophy... is a revolutionary symbol of a bright, new future for club football, inspired by the past.”

Manchester City was the last team to win the previous Club World Cup trophy, claiming the title in Saudi Arabia in 2023. However, Real Madrid holds the record for the most wins with this trophy, lifting it five times.

The original Club World Cup trophy, used in the inaugural 2000 edition, had a distinctly different design. It featured a patchwork football on a silver cuboid frame. Corinthians was the only team to win this trophy, defeating Vasco da Gama at the Maracanã in 2000.

Additional Club World Cup Honors

In addition to the new trophy, several other prestigious awards will be presented at the 2025 Club World Cup. The best player in the tournament will receive the Golden Ball, while the second- and third-ranked players will be awarded the Silver and Bronze Balls, respectively. Other honors include the FIFA Fair Play award, which recognizes the team with the best disciplinary record, and the Man of the Match awards for each of the 63 fixtures.

The previous winners of these awards were announced at the 2023 Club World Cup in Saudi Arabia. Spanish midfielder Rodri took home the Golden Ball, while teammate Julián Alvarez was named Man of the Match in the final. Al Ittihad won the FIFA Fair Play award, having received only one yellow card throughout the tournament. Kyle Walker earned the Silver Ball, and Jhon Arias secured the Bronze Ball, thanks in part to his clutch penalty conversion in the semi-final.

Early Favorites for the 2025 Club World Cup

The bookmakers' favorites to win the 2025 Club World Cup feature the usual suspects, with European powerhouses dominating the pre-tournament betting markets. While CONMEBOL teams Flamengo and Palmeiras have an outside chance of success, UEFA representatives are expected to challenge for the title. Reigning Saudi Pro League champions Al Hilal are also tipped to perform well, thanks to their recent recruitment of world-class talents.

Among the top contenders, Real Madrid stands out as the competition's most successful club, making them a strong bet to triumph on American soil. Manchester City, despite a turbulent 2024/25 campaign, have the potential to defend their Club World Cup crown. However, they'll need to overcome the threat posed by Bayern Munich, who have enjoyed success in their previous two Club World Cup appearances, winning the tournament in 2013 and 2020.

2025 Club World Cup Winner Odds

The latest odds for the 2025 Club World Cup winner have been released, with several top teams vying for the title. 

Here are the selected odds:

• Real Madrid: 7/2
• Manchester City: 9/2
• Bayern Munich: 11/2
• Paris Saint-Germain: 12/1
• Borussia Dortmund: 25/1
• Flamengo: 33/1
• Palmeiras: 33/1
• Al-Hilal: 33/1
• Inter Miami: 66/1

2025 Club World Cup Sponsors

The 2025 Club World Cup has secured three main sponsors, with FIFA partnering with prominent brands to support the tournament. The chief commercial partners for this summer's competition are Belgian brewers AB InBev, North Carolina-based finance company Bank of America, and Chinese electronics manufacturer Hisense.

In addition to these main sponsors, several other prominent brands have long-term sponsorship deals with FIFA and will have a presence at the 2025 Club World Cup. These include Adidas, Aramco, Coca-Cola, Hyundai-Kia, Lenovo, Qatar Airways, and Visa, ensuring a strong and diverse sponsorship lineup for the tournament.