Well I think we can all agree yet another fantastic and exciting 0-0 with both teams really going the win tonight with a great atmosphere in the stadium as well yet another packed  out crowd I’m sure you cannot wait for the next game …well thank you for that fifa president Gianni Infantino.

fifa couldnt care less along as theres money to be made. the only way dross like that will be addressed is if it gets in the way of $

as Jessie jay once sang it’s all about the money

How is the prize money distributed in FIFA's Club World Cup

The FIFA Club World Cup 2025, held in the United States from June 14 to July 13, features a total prize pool of $1 billion, distributed among 32 participating clubs, with an additional $250 million allocated for global club football solidarity. The prize money is split into two main categories: a participation pool and a sporting performance pool. Here’s a detailed breakdown based on available information:
Participation Pool ($525 million)
This portion is distributed to all 32 clubs just for participating, with amounts varying based on the club's continental affiliation and a ranking determined by FIFA’s “sporting and commercial criteria” (e.g., club prominence and revenue potential):
European clubs (UEFA): $12.81 million to $38.19 million (e.g., top clubs like Real Madrid, Manchester City, Bayern Munich, and Chelsea are likely at the higher end, with Real Madrid potentially receiving $35 million).

South American clubs (CONMEBOL): $15.21 million per club.

North/Central American, African, and Asian clubs (CONCACAF, CAF, AFC): $9.55 million per club (e.g., Inter Miami, Seattle Sounders, Al Ahly).

Oceania club (OFC): $3.58 million (e.g., Auckland City FC).

Sporting Performance Pool ($475 million)
This portion is awarded based on a team’s progress in the tournament, which includes a group stage (three matches per team) and knockout rounds (round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals, final). The payouts are:
Group Stage:
Win: $2 million per match.

Draw: $1 million per match (split evenly, $0.5 million per team).

Knockout Rounds:
Round of 16: $7.5 million.

Quarter-finals: $13.125 million.

Semi-finals: $21 million.

Runner-up: $30 million.

Winner: $40 million.

Maximum Potential Earnings
The maximum prize money a club can earn depends on its participation fee and performance. For example:
A top European club (e.g., Real Madrid) with a $38.19 million participation fee, winning all three group stage matches ($6 million), and advancing through all knockout rounds to win the tournament ($40 million + $7.5 million + $13.125 million + $21 million) could earn up to $125.815 million.

A South American club (e.g., Boca Juniors) with a $15.21 million participation fee and the same perfect run would earn around $103 million.

A CONCACAF, CAF, or AFC club (e.g., Inter Miami) with a $9.55 million participation fee and a perfect run would earn around $97.175 million.

Example Breakdown for a Winning European Club
For a club like Real Madrid:
Participation: $35 million.

Group stage (3 wins): $6 million.

Round of 16: $7 million.

Quarter-final: $12 million.

Semi-final: $20 million.

Final (win): $28 million (base for finalist) + $37 million (winner’s bonus).

Total: ~$145 million (as noted in some sources, though figures vary slightly due to currency conversions or specific bonus structures).

Solidarity Fund
FIFA has committed an additional $250 million to support non-participating clubs worldwide, though specific details on how this will be distributed (e.g., number of clubs or individual amounts) remain unclear. This initiative aims to boost global football development.
Notes
The prize money is awarded to clubs, not players, and distribution to players varies by club policy. For example, some MLS clubs have negotiated performance-based compensation (e.g., 20% of group stage onward earnings for players), while others, like Manchester City, reportedly do not share prize money directly with players.

The tournament’s financial model is supported by a $1 billion broadcast deal with DAZN, ensuring all revenues are reinvested into club football without dipping into FIFA’s reserves.

The prize pool is the largest ever for a club football tournament of its kind, surpassing the UEFA Champions League’s per-game earnings, though the total Champions League prize fund for 2024/25 is higher at $2.71 billion due to its larger match volume.

This distribution model has sparked debate, with critics highlighting the tournament’s potential to exacerbate financial disparities in global club football and concerns over player welfare due to the added fixtures.

I've taken no interest in this whatsoever. Even fans deserve a break.

Looks like there's more players than fans at this Korea v South Africa match

You are going all Shakespearian Nobby. I'll follow my spirit and have 50p on 2-0

City's defence sliced open on 10 minutes. Very lucky not to have conceded.

Fantastic shot from inside his own half!

Gob on you, becaus eI hate your guts
Gob on you, wanna kick you in the nuts!

What a tackle on Marmoush!

Unless City sort out their defence they will win nothing again this season.

That was regarding the Saudi smarties comment.

cannot bet on this filth!

heads up for you.

Flat Headingley, 5 days of sunshine. No fast bowlers for England lead by Woakes and Stokes. Ground prepared to be flat and true. Team batting second has better statistical chance of victory. Draw is 13/14. That is too long imho and offers a good Hail Mary play option before deciding which team to back.

From your point of view you could wait for possible early wickets like last week and then possibly back the draw to trade. I am in at 13.5 and will look to add before lunch on first day with wickets. Just hope there are no collapses like last week although still managed to back SA on final morning for a small win. The pitch was a good'un. Some poor batting and prolonged swinging conditions did for my draw Hail Mary on that one.

Shocking defending!

City look no better than last season.

Yes, second goal a bit earlier than I would have liked but there is still around 30% roi available on my 3-0 punt. The bet is so small I will let it ride for now despite the warning signs in the citeh defence.

DAZN is pronounced as "Da Zone," with the emphasis on the first syllable, sounding like "dah-ZONE."

are Real Madrid not the easiest 1.37 shots in history?

anyone know Why Mitrovic isnt playing for Al-Hilal? hes not even listed on the bench or in the missing players on flashscore?