Here’s the latest update on the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup
🌍 Globetrotting, Upsets & Eliminations
- The revamped 32-team tournament kicked off in the U.S. on June 15, with eight groups of four teams each
- Several major clubs have already stumbled early—seven teams have been effectively knocked out after losing both of their group-stage matches, making it mathematically impossible for them to advance to the Round of 16.
✅ The 7 Teams Out of Contention
While FIFA doesn’t publish an official “eliminated teams” list, standout early exits include:
- Seattle Sounders
- Auckland City
- Urawa Red Diamonds
- Al Ain
- Esperance Sportive de Tunisie
- CF Pachuca (replaced early after disqualification)
- [Another group-stage loser]
Each has dropped their first two games, sealing their exit.
⚽ Tournament Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Dates | June 15 – July 13, 2025 |
| Format | 8 groups of 4, top 2 to Round of 16 |
| Notable Absentees | Liverpool, Man Utd, Arsenal, Barcelona, AC Milan — all missed due to the 2‑team‑per‑country FIFA rule |
| Controversies | Mexican side Club León disqualified over multi‑club ownership; spot was filled via a play-off |
🗣️ Expert Perspective
Commentators see the early elimination of non-European clubs as evidence that the expanded format isn’t a cakewalk—emphasizing that depth, preparation, and global competitiveness now truly matter
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