Rose Bowl to Host 2025 FIFA Club World Cup
- The tournament will run from June 15 to July 13, 2025, featuring 32 clubs.
- The Rose Bowl, a historic venue, has hosted major events and will also be used for the 2028 Summer Olympics.
- FIFA aims to enhance global club football through this inclusive competition, with the draw for clubs scheduled for December.
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup will feature 32 of the world's top football clubs, with tournament play commencing on June 15 and concluding with the final at MetLife Stadium in New York on July 13. Among the twelve selected venues, the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, stands out as a historic site, having hosted numerous significant events since its opening in 1922, including five Super Bowls and the 1994 FIFA World Cup Final. Although it was not chosen for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Rose Bowl is set to be a venue for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. FIFA President Gianni Infantino emphasized the importance of this new competition, highlighting its inclusivity and the opportunity for clubs from various continents to compete against each other. The draw for participating clubs is scheduled for December, with Manchester City being the most recent winner of the event in 2023. This tournament marks a significant evolution in club football, aiming to enhance the sport's global reach and foster talent development across different regions.