Get Ready for The Athletic’s Insightful Coverage of the Club World Cup, Including Video Highlights

Welcome to the FIFA Club World Cup

Attention football enthusiasts! The highly anticipated Club World Cup kicks off this weekend in the United States, and our editorial team is ready to guide you through every twist and turn of this newly enlarged 32-team tournament. If you’re feeling uncertain about how this thrilling event will unfold, fear not — we’re here to provide comprehensive coverage for the duration of the next four weeks.

Real-Time Coverage

Expect real-time updates and immediate analysis as we deliver live coverage of the matches. Fans located in the U.S., Canada, and the UK can catch all the action through our highlight partnership with DAZN, making it easier than ever to follow your favorite teams.

Spotlight on Iconic Clubs

Our spotlight will shine on iconic clubs like Real Madrid, Chelsea, Manchester City, and Inter Miami, featuring prominent players such as Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi, and Harry Kane. Moreover, our talented team of writers and editors across various U.S. cities will explore significant issues that arise both on and off the field, particularly with the men’s World Cup approaching in less than a year, hosted jointly by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. We will not shy away from discussing the pressing matters in football today.

Behind the Scenes

In addition to match analysis, we’ll take you behind the scenes with clubs like Mamelodi Sundowns from South Africa. Our specially compiled guide, The Radar, highlights 50 players in the tournament, ranging from promising 17-year-old Franco Mastantuono, who is set to transfer to Real Madrid from River Plate, to Auckland City’s part-time model and full-time engineer, Dylan Manickum. If you haven’t checked it out yet, it’s a must-read!

Transfer Window Updates

And let’s not overlook the upcoming resurgence of the Premier League transfer window reopening on June 16, following a brief pause. Our dedicated team is gearing up to bring you the latest and most exclusive news regarding player transfers, regardless of whether the clubs are competing in the Club World Cup.

Enjoy the Football Spirit

As always, anticipate our signature blend of tactical insights, in-depth reporting, and engaging feature writing throughout the tournament while ensuring we keep the spirit of football enjoyable. After all, the fun aspect of football should never be underestimated — unless, of course, your team is losing.

Thank you for your continued support, and remember, you can sign up for DAZN to watch every single match of the FIFA Club World Cup without charge!