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Club World Cup prize money: Where did the $1billion prize pot go?
The Club World Cup was supposed to have redistributive potential but $623.1m of the prize pot has wound up in the hands of 12 ...
What has Club World Cup taught us before 2026 World Cup?
The Club World Cup is seen by many as a dress rehearsal for the 2026 World Cup host - so what have we learned now it's over?
Club World Cup marked by empty seats, searing heat, weather-delayed matches and Chelsea victory
By RONALD BLUM and JAMES ROBSON An expanded Club World Cup marked by empty seats, slashed ticket prices, searing heat, ...
Club World Cup: The best and worst moments, standout players, fans, games and what should change
Yes, it’s fair to say the newly-expanded 2025 Club World Cup was a football tournament unlike any other. Here a selection of ...
Trump awards Chelsea the Club World Cup trophy amid boos, that one awkward moment
President Trump handed out trophies and medals after Chelsea beat PSG 3-0 in the FIFA Club World Cup final. But there was one ...
Donald Trump’s eventful day at the Club World Cup final: Being booed, celebrating with Chelsea and a winner’s medal
While Chelsea stole the show on the pitch in a masterful showing against Paris Saint-Germain, President Donald Trump was ...
FIFA puts high-end tickets on sale for 2026 World Cup matches in Kansas City
When Chelsea won the Club World Cup on Sunday, FIFA turned its attention to the next big event it will be holding. The 2026 ...
Did the Club World Cup matter? Empty seats and hot days offer warnings on FIFA's challenges ahead of 2026
"No tournament will be perfect." There were tones of practicality in Jurgen Klinsmann's comment as he and his fellow members ...
Rayados and Pachuca land World Cup cash prize
The Club World Cup came to an end with Chelsea as champion and with prizes defined for the 32 teams, including Monterrey and ...