US Requests to Host 2029 FIFA Club World Cup Amid Current World Cup Hosting

The United States has formally approached FIFA to host the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup, according to recent reports. This request comes while the US is currently co-hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside Mexico and Canada, with the majority of matches, including the final, being held on US soil. If approved, the 2029 Club World Cup would mark the third consecutive FIFA tournament hosted by the United States.

The Club World Cup recently transitioned to a new format starting last year, expanding from a smaller tournament featuring one champion per continent to a larger event with multiple teams from each continent. The previous format typically saw the European champion enter at the semifinal stage and often win the title. The expanded format has drawn mixed reactions from fans due to the increased demands on players after long domestic seasons, but it has also produced notable matches, such as Chelsea's 3-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the final.

The US hosting bid arrives amid scrutiny over the relationship between US President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino, especially following controversy during the current Club World Cup involving the rescinded red card of US player Paul Arriola. The 2029 tournament would be the second Club World Cup held in the Americas under the new four-year cycle format, following the inaugural event under this system last year.

The US aims to continue its prominent role in hosting major FIFA events, leveraging its infrastructure and fan base established during the ongoing World Cup. FIFA has yet to announce a decision regarding the 2029 Club World Cup host nation.