It all centers around the 2026 FIFA World Cup , the long-awaited return of Earth’s most eagerly anticipated sporting spectacle this summer. In addition to silverware, prize money, and bragging rights, the winner secures a spot in the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup and the 2026 FIFA Intercontinental Cup. To avoid overlap with the FIFA World Cup calendar, this year’s format will feature seven rounds, one fewer than recent editions. The tournament winners will qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women's Champions Cup and 2028 FIFA Women's Club World Cup, two new intercontinental tournaments being launched in the coming years. May 30: Concacaf Champions Cup Final

Source: The North Africa Journal December 30, 2025 07:42 UTC