Brazil To Host 2029 FIFA Club World Cup

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

Almost twelve years after hosting the 2014 FIFA World Cup, Brazil has made another official bid to host the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup.

The FIFA Club World Cup was formally introduced in 2025 with a total of 32 teams participating in the maiden competition including four African sides – Ah Alhy, Esperance, Mamelody Sundowns and Wydad Casablanca.

The lucrative tournament hosted by the United States of America (USA) was won by Chelsea. They beat Paris Saint Germain (PSG) 3 – 0 for the ultimate trophy with Cole Parmer (brace) and J. Pedro scoring.

The aftermath of the tournament generated much interest among football clubs worldwide and it is no wonder Brazil has already expressed their willingness and plans to host the second edition in Brasília.

A successful meeting which was attended by Gianni Infantino (FIFA president), Lula (President of Brazil), Carlo Ancelotti (Brazil national team head coach), Samir Xaud (CBF president), and Gustavo Dias Henrique (CBF vice-president) sought Brazil’s preparedness for the competition.

The President of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), Samir Xuad hinted that they have been working behind the scenes for months to host a great FIFA Club World Cup.