Real Madrid will indeed participate in the forthcoming Club World Cup, despite earlier confusion caused by Carlo Ancelotti’s remarks. The prestigious Champions League victors confirmed their commitment on Monday, rectifying misunderstandings stemming from Ancelotti’s interview with Italian newspaper Il Giornale. In the interview, he criticized FIFA’s compensation for the club in the upcoming 32-team tournament.
“FIFA can kiss that idea goodbye, as players and clubs will boycott the tournament,” Ancelotti was reported as saying. Later, he took to social media on Monday to clarify his earlier declaration. “I have no intention of spurning the chance to compete in a tournament that offers a splendid stage to vie for more honors with Real Madrid,” Ancelotti stated on Instagram.
Following that, Madrid hastened to clarify their stance with an announcement: “Real Madrid C. F. wishes to make clear that our participation in FIFA’s new Club World Cup, set for the 2024-2025 season, was never in doubt. We eagerly anticipate competing in this prestigious event, which fills us with pride and excites our global fanbase with the prospect of securing another trophy.”
The upcoming version of the competition, set to unfold in the United States at the season’s end, is broadening its reach. It will feature 32 teams, including European heavyweights like Chelsea, Manchester City, Bayern Munich, Juventus, and Madrid, who have all secured their places through past international triumphs.
