FIFA plans to sneak in Barcelona for Club World Cup after missing qualification

FIFA plans to sneak in Barcelona for Club World Cup after missing qualification

Hassan Abdulsalam 15:34 - 15.04.2025

FIFA set to bring Barcelona for Club World Cup after missing qualification

Barcelona's exclusion from the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup was a big financial blow, but there's a glimmer of hope for the Catalan club as the world football governing body is reportedly considering inviting the Spanish club to participate in the tournament, according to journalist David Faitelson.

The Blaugrana missed qualification due to inconsistent UEFA Champions League performances between 2021 and 2024, which affected their UEFA coefficient.

Atletico Madrid claimed Spain's second berth alongside Real Madrid, leaving Barcelona empty-handed.

However, Mexico's Club Leon's suspension from the competition due to a violation of FIFA's multi-club ownership rules might pave the way for Barcelona's inclusion. Leon's parent company, Grupo Pachuca, also owns fellow participant CF Pachuca, which led to the suspension.

If Barcelona gets invited, it would provide a much-needed financial boost for the club, which has been struggling financially. The inclusion would require several procedures and legal steps, but it could alleviate most of Barcelona's financial woes.

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The potential participation in the FIFA Club World Cup, combined with expected revenue from this season's Champions League and the pre-season tour in Asia will be a massive financial boost for Barcelona.

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