Deserted Arenas and Uneven Contests: Highlights from the FIFA Club World Cup
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025: An Enthralling Yet Problematic Debut
As the sun cast its warm glow over Atlanta, two Chelsea supporters found themselves nestled in the quiet of an empty stand during their team’s FIFA Club World Cup match against Los Angeles FC at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Their excitement was palpable, yet their isolation invoked a sense of longing typical of a sports event that has yet to find its rhythm.
When the FIFA Club World Cup (CWC) kicked off on June 14, it promised a showcase of…