FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Opens Miami Stadium with 32 Teams

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is set to launch with a vibrant opening ceremony at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium, marking a new era for global club football with 32 elite teams competing across 11 U.S. cities. The ceremony, produced by Balich Wonder Studio and featuring Grammy-winning producer Emilio Estefan Jr., will showcase Latin rhythms and performances by artists such as Vikina, Richaelio, French Montana, and Swae Lee, celebrating the multicultural spirit of the tournament. The opening match highlights host team Inter Miami facing Egypt's Al Ahly, a three-time African champion, with the event serving as a prelude to the 2026 FIFA World Cup co-hosted by the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. British singer Robbie Williams, FIFA’s music ambassador, will debut the official anthem "Desire," further enhancing the ceremony’s global appeal. The tournament's format mirrors the excitement of the national World Cup, involving group stages followed by knockout rounds, culminating at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The event aims to unite football fans worldwide through sport and music, under the slogan "A New Era Begins."