The FIFA Club World Cup has been held annually since its relaunch in 2005, bringing together the champions from each of the six continental football confederationsAFC, CAF, CONCACAF, CONMEBOL, OFC, and UEFAalongside a club from the host nation.
The tournament originally debuted in 2000 but was suspended from 2001 to 2004 due to the collapse of FIFAs marketing partner. It returned in 2005 and quickly became a global stage for club supremacy.
Starting in 2025, the tournament has undergone a major transformation. Now held every four years, it features 32 teams, mirroring the structure of the mens FIFA World Cup.
The ongoing 2025 edition in the United States marks the beginning of this expanded format.
Over the years, the Club World Cup has hosted some of footballs biggest stars, many of whom have made their mark as top scorers.