The 2023 FIFA Club World Cup, held in Saudi Arabia from December 12 to 22, is the final edition with seven teams before expanding to 32 in 2025. This tournament brings together winners from six continental confederations and the host nation’s league champions.
The participating teams include Urawa Red Diamonds (Japan), Al Ahly (Egypt), Club León (Mexico), Fluminense (Brazil), Manchester City (England), Auckland City (New Zealand), and the host team Al-Ittihad (Saudi Arabia).
The prize is US$16 million, with the winner earning US$5 million. Watch FIFA Club World Cup 2023 Live on BBC iPlayer throughout the event.
Where to Stream FIFA Club World Cup 2023 Live
- Fox Sports: Australia, Argentina, Mexico, United States, Africa, Asia, Brazil, Canada, Latin America, Middle East, Netherlands, Italy, Turkey
- TNT Sports: United Kingdom, Ireland
- SBS: All Australian states
- Canal+: France, Poland
- Arena Sport: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Slovenia.
Watch 2023 FIFA Club World Cup Live for Free on BBC/ITV
Catch the 2023 FIFA Club World Cup live on BBC iPlayer and ITV without cost. The tournament, scheduled for December 2023, will showcase global teams like Manchester City, Al Ittihad, and Fluminense. The BBC iPlayer and ITV will share the broadcasting of the entire tournament.
Watch FIFA Club World Cup Live 2023 on TNT Sports
All 2023 FIFA Club World Cup matches will be broadcast live on TNT Sports, with ad-free coverage on Discovery+. Access to TNT Sports is available for BT broadband subscribers, as well as Sky and Virgin customers.
The Discovery+ app is the official platform for TNT Sports live stream of all matches from December 12-22, 2023. For online viewing, subscribe to Discovery+ at £29.99 per month and enjoy diverse live sports events, including the NBA, UEFA Champions League, UFC, European Rugby Champions Cup, English Premier League, and more.
Watch FIFA Club World Cup Live 2023 on Fox Sports
The 2023 FIFA Club World Cup is scheduled to be broadcast on FOX Sports from December 12 to December 22, 2023. If you prefer streaming, you can catch it on Peacock Premium, DirecTV, Hulu+ Live TV, FuboTV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV.
FOX Sports is the go-to for English-language coverage, and Fox Deportes will be broadcasting in Spanish.
FIFA Club World Cup Schedule 2023
| Round | Date | Match | Location |
| First round | 12th December | Match 1: Al Ittihad FC vs. Auckland City, 19:00 CET | King Abdullah Sport City Stadium |
| Second round | 15th December | Match 2: Club Leon vs. Urawa Reds, 15:30 CET | Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Stadium |
| Second round | 15th December | Match 3: Al Ahly vs. Al Ittihad OR Auckland City, 19:00 CET | King Abdullah Sports City Stadium |
| Semi-finals (First) | 18th December | Match 4: Fluminese vs. Al Ahly OR Al Ittihad OR Auckland City, 19:00 CET | King Abdullah Sports City Stadium |
| Semi-finals (Second) | 19th December | Match 5: Manchester City vs. Club Leon OR Urawa Reds, 19:00 CET | King Abdullah Sports City Stadium |
| Play-off for third place | 22nd December | Match 6: Semi-final 1 loser vs. Semi-final 2 loser, 15:30 CET | Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Stadium |
| Final | 22nd December | Match 7:Semi-final 1 winner vs. Semi-final 2 winner, 19:00 CET | King Abdullah Sports City Stadium |
Teams Participating in 2023 FIFA Club World Cup
- Manchester City (England)
- Club León (Mexico)
- Urawa Reds (Japan)
- Fluminense FC (Brazil)
- Auckland City FC (New Zealand)
- Al Ahly FC (Egypt)
- Al-Ittihad FC (Saudi Arabia)
Players To Look For In FIFA Club World Cup 2023
Manchester City faces uncertainty over Erling Haaland’s fitness as he was absent from the recent 2-1 victory against Luton in the Premier League on December 10 due to a foot problem. Meanwhile, according to Pep Guardiola, Kevin De Bruyne is back in light training after his early-season injury but might not be ready for the Club World Cup.
Fluminense boasts the experience of Marcelo, formerly of Real Madrid, and the enduring 40-year-old Felipe Melo, who previously played for Juventus and Inter Milan.
Al-Ittihad has strengthened its squad significantly, securing signings like Karim Benzema, N’Golo Kante, and Fabinho during the summer. Leon’s Uruguayan forward Federico Vinas has been in excellent goal-scoring form, and Urawa Red Diamonds will be led by the seasoned Japanese defender Hiroki Sakai.
Egypt’s top goalkeeper, Mohamed El Shenawy, will be in the lineup for Al Ahly, while Emiliano Tade holds the title of Auckland City’s all-time leading scorer.
2023 FIFA Club World Cup Broadcaster List
| Territory | Rights Holder |
|---|---|
| Armenia | Saran Media |
| Asia | SPOTV, SPOTV NOW |
| Australia | SBS |
| Azerbaijan | Ictimai TV (İTV Azerbaijan) |
| Belarus | Belarus 5 |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Arena Sport |
| Brazil | CasimiroGlobo |
| Bulgaria | Max Sport |
| Croatia | Arena Sport |
| Czech Republic | Nova Sport |
| Estonia | Saran Media |
| France | Canal+ |
| Georgia | GPB (1TV Georgia) |
| Iran | IRIB Varzesh , AEA Sport |
| Ireland | LiveScore |
| Italy | Sky Italia |
| Kazakhstan | Qazsport TV |
| Kyrgyzstan | UTRK Sport |
| Latvia | Saran Media |
| Lithuania | Saran Media |
| MENA | SSC Sports |
| Moldova | Moldova 1 |
| Portugal | Sport TV |
| Russia | Match! TV |
| Serbia | Arena Sport |
| Sub-Saharan Africa | StarTimes Sports |
| Tajikistan | TV Varzish,TV Football |
| Turkey | TV8,5.Exxen |
| Turkmenistan | Turkmenistan Sport |
| Ukraine | Megogo Futbol |
| United States | Fox Sports |
| United Kingdom | TNT Sports |
| Uzbekistan | Sport Uzbekistan |
| Vietnam | Q.net TV |
FIFA Club World Cup Saudi Arabia 2023 Preview
From December 12-22, 2023, seven top men’s football teams will compete in Saudi Arabia for the FIFA Club World Cup championship. In December, the best men’s football team from each continent will vie for the title at the 2023 FIFA Club World Cup in Saudi Arabia.
Teams from Europe, North America, South America, Oceania, Africa, and Asia, and one team representing the host nation, will participate in a knockout tournament in Jeddah. This edition marks the 20th and final time the championship will feature only seven teams, as it will expand to 32 teams from 2025 onwards.
Real Madrid, the current champions, secured their title by defeating Al-Hilal 5-3 in Morocco in February 2023. However, in the 2022/23 UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid was eliminated by Manchester City, who ultimately claimed their first tournament victory.
Bottom Line
The 2023 FIFA Club World Cup in Saudi Arabia features seven teams, including Manchester City and Fluminense, competing from December 12 to 22. The tournament offers a $16 million prize, with matches broadcast on diverse networks worldwide.
Like Haaland and De Bruyne, key players’ status adds intrigue, and Al-Ittihad strengthens its squad. The championship marks the last with seven teams before expanding to 32 in 2025.
