Brazil is looking to bring the FIFA Club World Cup back to South America in 2029. Instead of a formal announcement, it all began with a friendly conversation in Miami. During a global football summit, Brazil’s football president Samir Xaud spoke with FIFA’s Gianni Infantino and floated the idea.
“It was just a casual talk,” Xaud said later. “I told him how much we care about football and how great it would be to host the tournament. He liked the idea and said it could really happen.”
That small conversation could lead to something big. While Brazil hasn’t made an official bid yet, it’s clear the country is serious. The support from Brazilian fans during the current Club World Cup in the U.S. has been huge — even Infantino shared pictures of fans watching games on the beach.
If Brazil is picked, matches would likely take place in the same stadiums used for the 2014 World Cup and those planned for the 2027 Women’s World Cup. The country would also get to include one extra team — probably the 2028 national league champion.
But Brazil isn’t alone. Other countries like Morocco, Australia, and even the U.S. are interested too. Morocco might team up with Spain and Portugal. Australia is still riding high after the success of the Women’s World Cup in 2023. And the U.S. remains attractive to sponsors and FIFA officials.
Still, FIFA has said that any country could host, and that gives Brazil a fair shot.
The 2029 Club World Cup will feature 32 top clubs from around the world and is set for June and July. Big names like Paris Saint-Germain and Al-Ahli have already qualified.
For Brazil, this is more than a chance to host games. It’s about honoring their deep love for football.
“It would be a proud moment for our country,” Xaud said. “We want the world to feel the passion of Brazilian football.”
