Gianni Infantino welcomed high-level business leaders at the FIFA headquarters in Paris and encouraged them to feel at home. He also expressed his excitement for the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup™. The FIFA President gathered a large group of business people to discuss global football trends that will shape the future of the sport. One significant development in this area is the new FIFA Club World Cup™, set to take place in the USA in 2025. Infantino described it as a groundbreaking tournament that will become a key event in the football calendar for years to come.
“In men’s football, we will have a new and exciting tournament starting next year – a new FIFA Club World Cup where the 32 best clubs in the world will crown the true champion of club football. The first edition will take place from June 15 to July 13 next year in the USA,” said Infantino. “As you know, the big clubs today not only represent their own country – not only in Europe, but worldwide – but are also multinational companies with players from all over the world. These players will showcase their talents at the new FIFA Club World Cup in the USA next year, which will also be a huge success in the long run.”
The event was held at the new FIFA headquarters in Paris, a city that holds a special place in the history of FIFA and football. “The FIFA itself was founded 120 years ago at Rue Saint Honoré 229 in Paris, just two blocks away from here. With this headquarters in Paris, we are somewhat returning to our origins. And this place, the home of FIFA, is also your home,” explained Infantino. “It is open to you. We are here all year round. So do not hesitate to visit us when you are in Paris again. You should feel at home here because that’s what we aim to do: bring people together.”
In addition to discussions about the FIFA Club World Cup™ and global football trends, the business leaders had the opportunity to network and exchange ideas. The event highlighted the importance of collaboration between the football industry and business sectors to drive innovation and growth in the sport. Infantino emphasized the role of business leaders in shaping the future of football and encouraged them to be actively involved in the development of the sport.
Overall, the gathering at the FIFA headquarters in Paris was a testament to the power of football to bring people together from different backgrounds and industries. The event showcased the potential of the new FIFA Club World Cup™ to become a major highlight in the football calendar and emphasized the importance of collaboration and partnership in driving the future of the sport. As Gianni Infantino reiterated, the FIFA headquarters in Paris is not just a place for FIFA, but a home for all those who share a passion for football and a vision for its future.