FIFA gives Lionel Messi, Inter Miami a spot in 2025 Club World Cup

FIFA had not previously announced how the final North and Central American spot in the 2025 Club World Cup would be awarded.

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  Lionel Messi's MLS title chase could end in first round. There's no panic from Inter Miami

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  MLS Playoff Schedule: Messi's Miami one of four ties set for third deciding match

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MetLife Stadium will play host to 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final in July

Five of the stadiums announced by FIFA on Saturday will also host games at the 2026 World Cup.

FIFA scrambling together 2025 Club World Cup, a grand venture riddled with uncertainty

With no broadcast deals, venues or sponsors secured, FIFA's efforts to launch its expanded Club World Cup are clouded by financial unknowns and lukewarm interest from top clubs.

A sad reality sets in for USMNT pre-2026 World Cup: empty seats, dull friendlies, loss to Canada

The USMNT lost 2-1 to Canada in the first of many boring friendlies in the buildup to the 2026 World Cup.