US EditionFIFA Defends Club World Cup Amid Poor Attendances
UNITED STATES, JUN 18 – FIFA cites nearly 1.5 million tickets sold and 340,000 fans attending opening matches as evidence of strong interest despite low turnout at some games.
- The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup began on June 14 in the United States with 32 teams competing in 63 matches, including Manchester City and Chelsea.
- The tournament follows a new format but has sparked controversy and legal action due to FIFA's alleged lack of consultation with player unions and leagues over scheduling.
- Attendance varied widely, with over 80,000 fans for Paris St Germain's match, but low turnouts like 3,412 in Orlando, prompting mixed fan interest and critique on match volume.
- PFA chief Maheta Molango said, "Too much football is bad for business," linking sparse crowds and player fatigue to quantity overrunning quality in fixtures.
- FIFA defended ticket sales, reporting nearly 1.5 million sold and 340,000 attending opening matches, while critics said the competition lacks prestige despite high financial stakes for clubs.
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A total of 3,412 spectators watched the match in Orlando, Florida, with 22,317 attending Chelsea's opener against Los Angeles FC in a stadium that can hold 71,000
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