The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 is not just about global competition—it’s a financial opportunity for clubs across every continent. With the expanded format and knockout rounds starting early, teams now have more chances to earn big money.
But how much can a European club earn compared to clubs from other confederations like Asia, Africa, CONCACAF, or South America?
Here’s a breakdown of how the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 prize money system works and what clubs from different continents stand to gain.
The prize money pot for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 is USD 1 billion.
A team that wins all of its group games and then goes on to win the FIFA Club World Cup final could receive up to USD 125 million.
- Total Prize Pot: USD 1 billion
- Participation Pillar: USD 525 million (distributed to the 32 participating clubs)
- Sporting Performance Pillar: USD 475 million (distributed based on performance in the tournament)
- Solidarity Program: An additional USD 250 million will be set aside to bolster clubs from around the globe.
Prize money by stage:
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- Group Stage (three matches): USD 2.0 million per win, USD 1.0 million per draw.
- Round of 16: + USD 7.5 million per club
- Quarter-final: + USD 13.125 million per club
- Semi-final: + USD 21.0 million per club
- Finalist: + USD 30.0 million
- Winner: + USD 40.0 million
FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Prize Money: European vs Non-European Club Earnings

European Clubs: Potential Earnings
European clubs (especially UEFA Champions League winners and top-seeded sides) typically enter the tournament from the Quarter-finals or the Round of 16. They are also strong contenders to reach the final and win the trophy.
Stage | Prize (Estimated) |
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Participation Fee | $2 million |
Win in the Semi-final | $3 million |
Win in the Semi-final | $4 million |
Runner-up (Finalist) | $6 million total |
Champion (Winner) | Win in the Quarter-final |
Total Possible Earnings for European Clubs: Up to $10 million for winning the tournament.
Non-European Clubs: Potential Earnings
Clubs from South America, Asia, Africa, North America, and Oceania may start earlier in the Round of 32 or Round of 16, depending on FIFA’s slot allocation.
Stage | Prize (Estimated) |
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Round of 32 Win | $0.5 million |
Round of 16 Win | $1 million |
Quarter-final Win | $2.5 million |
Semi-final Win | $4 million |
Final Runner-up | $6 million total |
Champion (Winner) | $10 million total |
Even if a non-European club wins fewer matches, their earnings add up across rounds.
Total Possible Earnings for Non-European Clubs: Up to $12–13 million (if starting from the Round of 32 and winning all matches).
Comparison Table: European vs. Other Clubs

Club Type | Entry Stage | Max Matches | Max Earnings (Est.) |
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UEFA Clubs | Quarter-final | 3 | $10 million |
CONMEBOL Clubs | Round of 16 | 4 | $12 million |
AFC / CAF / CONCACAF | Round of 32 | 5 | $12.5–13 million |
While European clubs typically take home the biggest final prizes due to their dominance, non-European clubs now have a real chance to earn just as much—or even more—if they advance through multiple rounds. This format brings both competitive balance and financial opportunity to clubs around the world.
Whether you’re a fan of Real Madrid, Palmeiras, Urawa Red Diamonds, or Al Ahly, the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 offers high stakes, global exposure, and massive prize money for all.