Barely has the first edition under the new format wrapped up, and FIFA is already looking ahead to the future of the Club World Cup. Several major changes are currently under consideration, with the ambition to make this competition one of the marquee events in world football.
Things are becoming clearer regarding the 2029 Club World Cup. According to multiple sources, Qatar has emerged as the frontrunner to host the 2029 edition. Due to the emirate’s sweltering summer temperatures, the tournament could be staged in December 2029 or January 2030, mirroring the schedule of the 2022 World Cup.
Talks between FIFA and the clubs are already underway. The main sticking point is the international calendar, as holding the competition in winter would require a major reshuffle of domestic leagues and European tournaments. Despite these constraints, FIFA believes this window would provide better playing conditions.
An expanded tournament with 48 clubs?
The organization led by Gianni Infantino is also considering expanding the competition. After the inaugural 32-team edition, the number of participants could rise to 48, allowing for greater representation from various confederations and offering more opportunities to clubs around the globe.
Mexico has also expressed interest in hosting the tournament, but Qatar appears to have a clear advantage in the current discussions. FIFA is also weighing a change to the tournament’s frequency, with the idea of holding it every two years still on the table.
😯 Infantino wants to revolutionize the Club World Cup: Qatar, winter and up to 48 teams🔍 Qatar is emerging as the venue for the next edition and FIFA is studying changes to the tournament✍️ @Clauespi8 https://t.co/9OeSci5FJd
— Diario SPORT (@sport) July 9, 2026
If these plans come to fruition, the Club World Cup will undergo a major transformation, confirming Gianni Infantino’s determination to turn this competition into a global showcase for club football.
Piala Dunia 2026
Piala Dunia FIFA 2026 akan menjadi edisi paling revolusioner dalam sejarah sepak bola dunia. Turnamen ini untuk pertama kalinya akan diselenggarakan di tiga negara sekaligus, yaitu Amerika Serikat, Kanada, dan Meksiko. Selain itu, jumlah peserta juga meningkat dari 32 menjadi 48 tim, membuka peluang lebih besar bagi negara-negara dari berbagai konfederasi untuk tampil di panggung global. Format baru ini akan menghadirkan lebih banyak pertandingan, atmosfer kompetisi yang lebih luas, serta jangkauan penonton yang semakin besar di seluruh dunia.
Dengan skala yang jauh lebih besar, FIFA menargetkan turnamen ini sebagai ajang yang tidak hanya kompetitif tetapi juga spektakuler dari sisi teknologi dan pengalaman penonton. Stadion-stadion modern di berbagai kota tuan rumah telah dipersiapkan untuk menghadirkan pertandingan berkelas dunia, didukung oleh inovasi seperti peningkatan sistem VAR dan pengalaman digital bagi fans. diprediksi akan menjadi tonggak baru dalam evolusi sepak bola internasional, memperkuat popularitas olahraga ini sekaligus menciptakan momen-momen bersejarah yang akan dikenang dalam waktu lama.
