With less than a week to go until the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 kicks in the United States, questions still linger over the readiness and hosting of the newly revamped tournament.With world-class stadiums, advanced infrastructure, and vast experience in organizing major sporting events, the US offers an ideal setting, but the bigger question still remains whether football will become success in the land of soccer?The country's growing soccer fanbase ensures strong attendance and enthusiasm, while excellent transport and security systems support smooth logistics. The pressing concern shared across the football community - from experts to passionate supporters - centres on whether standardised pitches and appropriate ground dimensions will be implemented, particularly within NFL venues, unlike the previous Copa America hosted in the US.ALSO READ: FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Complete schedule, dates, timings, groups - All you need to knowFIFA has provided guarantees regarding NFL stadiums selected as match venues, stating they will comply with required standards by featuring natural grass surfaces and maintaining regulation-sized playing areas, addressing the issues of inadequate pitch conditions witnessed during last season's Copa America.The FIFA Club World Cup marks the beginning of a three-year period where the United States hosts major football tournaments, following the Copa America last summer and preceding the 2026 World Cup. ALSO READ: Lionel Messi in spotlight as FIFA's Club World Cup 2025 set to kick off in USA total of 32 elite football clubs from across the globe will participate in the competition. The tournament offers an extraordinary prize pool of $1 billion. The tournament commences on June 14, featuring Lionel Messi's Inter Miami facing Egyptian side Al Alhy in the opening match at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.The group stage runs through June 26, followed by the knock-out rounds starting June 28. The semi-final matches are scheduled for July 8 and 9, while the tournament finale will take place on July 13 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, which is also slated to host the 2026 World Cup final.The tournament also aligns with preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, providing a valuable test run. Additionally, the US market offers immense commercial potential, attracting global sponsors and media attention. Overall, the country is more than capable of delivering a successful and memorable Club World Cup.
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