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Qualified Teams: 2025 FIFA Club World Cup List & Guide

10/06/2025|SB Staff|Soccer News
<h1>Which Teams Are in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup?</h1> <p>The countdown is on, and punters are already sizing up the form. A total of 32 clubs - spanning six confederations and twenty nations - will battle for global bragging rights and a huge money prize of USD $1bn&nbsp; in the United States from 14 June to 13 July, 2025.&nbsp;</p> <p>Some secured their seat by lifting continental silverware, while others snuck in on ranking points. And then, well - one headline-grabbing host side also managed to slip through a very convenient loophole, securing a spot for international superstar Lionel Messi.</p> <p>As we all get ready to follow the action of this all-new global competition, here is your guide to every qualifier, plus a few early betting angles to keep in mind.</p> <p><strong>Need odds on any of these sides?</strong> Head straight to our <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/soccer/fifa-club-world-cup/fifa-club-world-cup/fifa-club-world-cup-2025-8759623">FIFA Club World Cup outrights</a> page for the latest markets. Also, make sure you bookmark our <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/soccer/fifa-club-world-cup/fifa-club-world-cup">FIFA Club World Cup betting odds</a> hub; prices update the moment squads drop and injuries hit.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>UEFA (Europe) – 12 Clubs</h2> <p><strong>Club</strong></p> <p>Chelsea</p> <p>Real Madrid</p> <p>Manchester City</p> <p>Bayern Munich</p> <p>Paris Saint-Germain</p> <p>Borussia Dortmund</p> <p>Inter</p> <p>Porto</p> <p>Atlético Madrid</p> <p>Benfica</p> <p>Juventus</p> <p>Red Bull Salzburg</p> <p><strong>Early value watch:</strong> Salzburg opens as triple-figure outsiders but has a habit of punching above their weight in short-format tournaments.</p> <h2>CONMEBOL (South America) – 6 Clubs</h2> <p><strong>Club</strong></p> <p>Palmeiras</p> <p>Flamengo</p> <p>Fluminense</p> <p>Botafogo</p> <p>River Plate</p> <p>Boca Juniors</p> <p><strong>Betting angle:</strong> Four Brazilian powerhouses split <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/results/2025-05-14/sports/soccer-29/conmebol-copa-libertadores-823">the CONMEBOL pack</a>, so expect shorter prices on Seleção-flavoured showdowns.</p> <h2>CONCACAF (North &amp; Central America/Caribbean) – 4 Clubs</h2> <p><strong>Club</strong></p> <p>Monterrey</p> <p>Seattle Sounders</p> <p>Pachuca</p> <p>Los Angeles FC</p> <p><strong>Betting angle:</strong> Seattle shocked the region already in the past, so don’t underestimate <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/soccer/usa/us-major-league-soccer">MLS</a> sides on home soil.</p> <h2>AFC (Asia) – 4 Clubs</h2> <p><strong>Club</strong></p> <p>Al Hilal</p> <p>Urawa Red Diamonds</p> <p>Al Ain</p> <p>Ulsan HD</p> <p><strong>Betting angle: </strong>Al Hilal arrive loaded with Saudi Pro League cash and a squad stacked with international stars.</p> <h2>CAF (Africa) – 4 Clubs</h2> <p><strong>Club</strong></p> <p>Al Ahly</p> <p>Wydad AC</p> <p>Espérance de Tunis</p> <p>Mamelodi Sundowns</p> <p><strong>Betting angle: </strong>Al Ahly’s winning mentality makes them a live dark-horse despite the inter-continental step up.</p> <h2>OFC (Oceania) – 1 Club</h2> <p><strong>Auckland City</strong> (NZL) – Serial <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/soccer/new-zealand/ofc-champions-league/hekari-united-v-central-coast-fc-9083774">OFC Champions League</a> winners (11 titles in 14 years)</p> <p><strong>Betting angle: </strong>The Kiwi semi-pros usually relish the underdog tag; keep an eye on high-priced handicap lines.</p> <h2>Host Nation Slot – 1 Club</h2> <p><strong>Inter Miami</strong> (USA) – Awarded via MLS Supporters’ Shield, not MLS Cup. It’s a bit controversial, but we all know that Lionel Messi sells tickets</p> <p><strong>Betting angle:</strong> If the GOAT is fit, expect a flood of sentimental money, although value hunters may find better plays elsewhere.</p> <h2>Related Guides to the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup</h2> <p><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/soccer/tips-predictions-soccer/fifa-club-world-cup-guide">What is the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup?</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/soccer/tips-predictions-soccer/2025-fifa-club-world-cup-group-preview">FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group-by-Group Preview</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/soccer/soccer-news/club-world-cup-2025-prize-money">Breaking Down the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Prize Pool</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/soccer/soccer-news/will-ronaldo-play-2025-club-world-cup">Will Cristiano Ronaldo Play in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup?</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/soccer/soccer-news/barcelona-misses-2025-club-world-cup">Why is Barcelona Not in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup?</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/soccer/soccer-news/why-chelsea-liverpool-2025-club-world-cup">Why Chelsea is in the 2025 Club World Cup and Liverpool Isn’t</a></p>

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