FIFA Club World Cup trophy tour kicks off with key African stops

The FIFA Club World Cup trophy tour has officially begun, with Africa set to host stops in Cairo, Tunis, Casablanca, and Pretoria.

This tour celebrates the prestigious global competition, offering fans an up-close experience with the iconic trophy ahead of the 2025 tournament in the USA.

The FIFA Club World Cup 2025, featuring 32 elite clubs, kicks off in Miami on June 14, 2025.

Africa will be represented by Al Ahly, Espérance Sportive de Tunis, Mamelodi Sundowns, and Wydad AC. Spanning 63 matches across 12 U.S. venues, the tournament culminates in a grand finale at New York’s MetLife Stadium on July 13, 2025, where the ultimate club champions will be crowned.

The African leg of trophy tour highlights the region’s growing prominence in world football. Casablanca’s inclusion reflects Morocco’s rising stature, having secured hosting rights for major tournaments like the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2030 FIFA World Cup.

Football fans in Cairo, home to African giants Al Ahly, will savour this moment, as will enthusiasts in Tunis and Pretoria, where football traditions run deep.