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Expanded Club World Cup Launches in US as Ticket Sales Lag

Sluggish ticket sales cast uncertainty over stadium atmospheres for group-stage matches ahead of the June 14 opener.

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Overview

  • The expanded format features 32 teams from six confederations competing in eight groups across 12 U.S. cities from June 14 to July 13.
  • Advance ticket sales remain sluggish, with the Inter Miami vs. Al Ahly opener still unsold out and worries about group-stage attendances.
  • A $1 billion prize pool, including a potential $125 million top award, has drawn elite clubs like Real Madrid, Manchester City and PSG along with stars such as Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham.
  • All 63 matches will be streamed for free worldwide on DAZN, with U.S. coverage available on TNT Sports and Univision.
  • Players’ unions and managers have cautioned that the added fixture load in an already crowded calendar could strain athlete welfare and recovery.