FIFA has confirmed that the winners of the 2025 Club World Cup in the US will earn up to $125 million, with $1 billion in total prize money to be shared across the 32 clubs, making it the most lucrative club competition ever held.
The expanded 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is set to deliver eye-watering financial rewards, with the champions potentially earning $125 million—including $87.6m in performance-related payouts and up to $38.2m in participation money for European clubs.
FIFA's $1 billion prize pot will be split into:
$475 million for performance-based payments (depending on match wins and tournament progression)
$525 million in guaranteed participation fees based on sporting and commercial rankings
The tournament will be held from June 14 to July 13 in the USA and is attracting serious attention due to the unprecedented financial incentives on offer.
Prize Breakdown:
▶ Performance Payments (per match and stage):
Group stage win: $2m
Group stage draw: $1m
Round of 16: $7.5m
Quarter-final: $13.125m
Semi-final: $21m
Runner-up: $30m
Winner: $40m
▶ Estimated Payout for Winning All Matches:
$87.62m
▶ Participation Payments (based on federation/market size):
European clubs: $12.8m to $38.2m
South American clubs: $15.2m
CONCACAF, AFC, CAF teams: $9.55m
Oceania (Auckland City): $3.58m
