FIFA Club World Cup: When it starts and which teams are playing in soccer's new-look tournament
Briefly

Starting on June 14, FIFA's expanded Club World Cup will feature 32 teams, including icons like Lionel Messi and clubs like Real Madrid. This tournament aims to secure FIFA's footing in club soccer, emulating the prestige of the World Cup. It will consist of a group stage followed by knockout rounds, held across various U.S. cities. However, concerns over player burnout and skepticism regarding fan interest loom, raising questions about the tournament's acceptance in an already packed soccer calendar.
FIFA is launching an expanded Club World Cup in the U.S. to rival marquee club competitions, but faces potential player burnout and uncertain fan interest.
While the Club World Cup is set to become a prominent fixture in the soccer calendar, skepticism remains over player fatigue and the market's desire for more tournaments.
Read at www.mercurynews.com
[
|
]