U.S. Eyes Hosting Rights for 2029 FIFA Club World Cup

The United States is targeting the hosting rights for the expanded 2029 FIFA Club World Cup, following the anticipated success of the 2026 World Cup. Discussions have been held regarding the potential candidacy process for selecting the host nation for the tournament.

Although a formal bid has not yet been launched, sources indicate that the U.S. expects to sell 6.5 million tickets and break the record for FIFA's signature event revenue, projected to exceed $11 billion. Andrew Giuliani, head of former President Donald Trump's task force for the 2026 tournament, stated that the popularity of football in the U.S. is unprecedented.

The U.S. has already been awarded the 2025 Club World Cup by FIFA without an open bidding process, showcasing its strength as an event host. However, potential rivals, including Spain and Morocco, which are co-hosting the 2030 World Cup, may pose strong challenges to the U.S. bid.

FIFA is signaling support for an expanded 48-team format for the 2029 tournament, which is favored by many major European clubs.