FIFA has announced a staggering $9.55 million participation fee for each of the four African clubs set to compete in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in the USA.
The clubs—Al Ahly (Egypt), Wydad Casablanca (Morocco), Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa), and Esperance de Tunis (Tunisia)—have been rewarded for their qualification and will receive the massive payout as part of FIFA’s revamped tournament structure.
The 2025 Club World Cup, which will feature 32 teams for the first time in history, is set to take place in June and July 2025 in the United States. The tournament promises to be the biggest edition yet, with significantly increased financial incentives for participating teams.
The $9.55 million fee represents a major boost for the four African giants, providing them with additional financial resources to strengthen their squads and improve club infrastructure ahead of the highly competitive tournament.
The announcement highlights FIFA’s commitment to increasing financial rewards for clubs outside of Europe and South America. This marks a new era in club football, with the expanded Club World Cup providing global exposure and competitive opportunities for African teams.
The tournament is expected to feature some of the biggest names in world football, including Real Madrid, Manchester City, Chelsea, and Bayern Munich, among others.
