Real Madrid Targets €100 Million Prize in 2025 Club World Cup

Real Madrid has set its sights on the substantial financial rewards offered by the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup in 2025. The tournament, scheduled from June 15 to July 13 in the United States, features 32 teams, with Real Madrid holding the highest valuation among them. Merely participating in the initial stage guarantees the club a fixed sum of €30 million, which could increase to €35 million with victories in all group matches.

The financial incentives escalate as teams advance, with the ultimate champion earning a total of €100 million—comparable to the earnings from winning the UEFA Champions League but achieved over a single month of competition. This structure positions the Club World Cup as a lucrative opportunity, especially for top-tier teams like Real Madrid.

In the group stage, Real Madrid is slated to compete against Al Hilal (Saudi Arabia), Pachuca (Mexico), and Red Bull Salzburg (Austria). Advancing to the semifinals would secure the club €60 million, with an additional €20 million awarded for clinching the title. The cumulative nature of these financial rewards serves as a significant motivator for participating teams.

FIFA's valuation of Real Madrid is based on objective criteria, including the club's coefficient (UEFA coefficient for European teams), marketing value, and television market price. In all these categories, Real Madrid leads globally. The tournament's format and substantial financial incentives underscore its importance on the international football calendar.

Real Madrid's first match is scheduled to take place in Miami against Al Hilal, with subsequent matches in Charlotte and Philadelphia, reflecting the tournament's nationwide reach across the United States.