Overview

• The tournament kicks off on June 14 in Miami with Inter Miami facing Al Ahly and concludes with the July 13 final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
• Thirty-two clubs are split into eight groups, competing across 12 stadiums in 11 U.S. cities, with the top two from each group advancing to the knockout rounds.
• A record $1 billion prize pool has been allocated, including up to $125 million for the champion as FIFA seeks to boost the competition’s profile.
• Slow ticket sales have led FIFA to reduce prices on select matches in an effort to increase attendance at underbooked venues.
• The expanded format doubles as preparation for the 2026 World Cup and has sparked concerns over player fatigue and scheduling conflicts with tournaments like the Gold Cup and Women’s Euros.