Winners of the FIFA Club World Cup
Quick Answer
Chelsea won the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, defeating Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in the first expanded 32-team tournament. Real Madrid holds the record with 5 titles.
- Total Editions: 21 tournaments (2000-2025)
The FIFA Club World Cup is an international men's association football competition involving club teams from around the world. The competition was first contested in 2000. Chelsea won the expanded 2025 tournament in the United States, claiming their second title after previously winning in 2021.
Real Madrid holds the record with five titles (2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2022). Barcelona have won three times (2009, 2011, 2015). Read on to discover the winners of the FIFA Club World Cup since 2000.
Quick Facts
- Current Champion: Chelsea (2025)
- Most Titles: Real Madrid - 5 titles
- Most Successful Country: Spain - 8 titles
- Total Editions: 21 (2000-2025)
- Expanded Format: 32 teams from 2025
- Last Updated: September 2025
Complete List of Winners
| Season | Winning Club | Score | Runner Up |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Chelsea, England | 3–0 | Paris Saint-Germain, France |
| 2024 | Tournament break - FIFA Intercontinental Cup held instead (won by Real Madrid) | ||
| 2023 | Manchester City, England | 4–0 | Fluminense, Brazil |
| 2022 | Real Madrid, Spain | 5–3 | Al-Hilal, Saudi Arabia |
| 2021 | Chelsea, England | 2–1 (a.e.t) | Palmeiras, Brazil |
| 2020 | Bayern Munich, Germany | 1–0 | Tigres UANL, Mexico |
| 2019 | Liverpool, England | 1–0 (a.e.t) | Flamengo, Brazil |
| 2018 | Real Madrid, Spain | 4–1 | Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates |
| 2017 | Real Madrid, Spain | 1–0 | Grêmio, Brazil |
| 2016 | Real Madrid, Spain | 4–2 (a.e.t) | Kashima Antlers, Japan |
| 2015 | Barcelona, Spain | 3–0 | River Plate, Argentina |
| 2014 | Real Madrid, Spain | 2–0 | San Lorenzo, Argentina |
| 2013 | Bayern Munich, Germany | 2–0 | Raja Casablanca, Morocco |
| 2012 | Corinthians, Brazil | 1–0 | Chelsea, England |
| 2011 | Barcelona, Spain | 4–0 | Santos, Brazil |
| 2010 | Internazionale, Italy | 3–0 | TP Mazembe, DR Congo |
| 2009 | Barcelona, Spain | 2–1 (a.e.t) | Estudiantes, Argentina |
| 2008 | Manchester United, England | 1–0 | LDU Quito, Ecuador |
| 2007 | Milan, Italy | 4–2 | Boca Juniors, Argentina |
| 2006 | Internacional, Brazil | 1–0 | Barcelona, Spain |
| 2005 | São Paulo, Brazil | 1–0 | Liverpool, England |
| Tournament not held 2001-2004 | |||
| 2000 | Corinthians, Brazil | 0–0 (a.e.t) (4–3 pen.) | Vasco da Gama, Brazil |
2025 Expanded Tournament
Historic Expansion to 32 Teams
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup marked a historic expansion from 7 to 32 teams, held in the United States from June 14 to July 13. The tournament featured:
From all six confederations
Round-robin format
Across 11 US cities
Total prize money
Championship Records
Most Successful Clubs
- Real Madrid (Spain) - 5 titles
2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2022 - Barcelona (Spain) - 3 titles
2009, 2011, 2015 - Bayern Munich (Germany) - 2 titles
2013, 2020 - Chelsea (England) - 2 titles
2021, 2025 - Corinthians (Brazil) - 2 titles
2000, 2012
Most Successful Countries
- Spain - 8 titles
- England - 5 titles
- Brazil - 4 titles
- Germany - 2 titles
- Italy - 2 titles
Notable Records
- Biggest winning margin: Barcelona 4-0 Santos (2011) & Manchester City 4-0 Fluminense (2023)
- Most goals in a final: 8 goals - Real Madrid 5-3 Al-Hilal (2022)
- First all-European final: Chelsea vs PSG (2025)
- Best non-European/South American finish: 2nd place - TP Mazembe (2010), Raja CA (2013), Kashima Antlers (2016), Al-Ain (2018), UANL (2020) & Al-Hilal (2022)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the FIFA Club World Cup 2025?
Chelsea won the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, defeating Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in the final. This was the first expanded 32-team tournament and Chelsea's second Club World Cup title.
Which club has won the most FIFA Club World Cups?
Real Madrid holds the record with 5 FIFA Club World Cup titles, won in 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2022. Barcelona is second with 3 titles.
When did the FIFA Club World Cup start?
The FIFA Club World Cup was first contested in 2000, won by Corinthians of Brazil. The tournament was not held from 2001 to 2004, then resumed in 2005 and has been held annually since, except for 2024.
How many teams play in the FIFA Club World Cup?
From 2025, the FIFA Club World Cup features 32 teams from all six confederations. Previously, it was a 7-team tournament held annually in December.
Why was there no FIFA Club World Cup in 2024?
The tournament took a break in 2024 to prepare for the expanded 32-team format. During 2024, the FIFA Intercontinental Cup was held instead, which was won by Real Madrid.
Which country has produced the most Club World Cup winners?
Spain has produced the most Club World Cup winners with 8 titles total. Real Madrid has 5 titles and Barcelona has 3.
What was the highest-scoring FIFA Club World Cup final?
The highest-scoring final was in 2022 when Real Madrid defeated Al-Hilal 5-3, totalling 8 goals.
References
- FIFA. (2025). "FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Official Tournament Report." FIFA.com. Zurich: FIFA Publications.
- UEFA Technical Report. (2025). "European Club Performance in Global Competitions 2025." UEFA Direct. Issue 195.
- The Guardian. (July 2025). "Chelsea triumph in expanded Club World Cup final." The Guardian Sport.
- ESPN FC. (2025). "Complete history of the FIFA Club World Cup winners." ESPN Soccer Database.
- Real Madrid CF. (2022). "Los Blancos win fifth Club World Cup title." Official Real Madrid Website.
- CONMEBOL. (2025). "South American clubs in the Club World Cup: Historical Analysis." CONMEBOL Technical Studies.
- Sports Illustrated. (2025). "The Evolution of the Club World Cup Format." SI Soccer. June 2025 Edition.
- BBC Sport. (2025). "Club World Cup 2025: Tournament Statistics and Records." BBC Football.
- Wood, R.J. (2025). "Global Football Competitions: Performance Analysis." Topend Sports Research.
Related Pages
- Club World Cup Home - Main tournament information and current news
- History of the Club World Cup - Detailed tournament evolution and format changes
- Host Countries of the Club World Cup - Complete list of tournament host nations
- FIFA Club World Cup Trivia - Interesting facts and records
- Major Football Events - Overview of international football tournaments
- Major Football Events Calendar - Upcoming tournament dates and schedules
- World Sporting Events - Major international sporting competitions
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