FIFA has confirmed Chinese electronics giant Hisense as the first official partner for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, marking a significant development amid ongoing concerns regarding the tournament’s financial viability.
The partnership, announced today, grants Hisense exclusive rights to provide video assistant referee (VAR) technology screens and other equipment at the expanded tournament, set to feature 32 teams in the United States from 15 June to 13 July 2025.
While financial details of the deal remain undisclosed, the collaboration is expected to boost confidence in the event’s organization, addressing recent speculation over potential challenges to holding the tournament.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino shared his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating at the launch event in Shanghai, “We are pleased to welcome Hisense, a leading global brand, as an official partner of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.”
The new sponsorship deal highlights FIFA’s efforts to enhance the tournament’s visibility and financial strength ahead of the first 32-team Club World Cup, a move intended to bolster the global appeal and stature of club football on an international scale.
FIFA is reportedly in discussions with other potential sponsors, with additional partnerships expected to be revealed in the coming weeks.
The final participant of the upcoming Club World Cup will soon be determined, with the Copa Libertadores champion set to be announced.
Atletico Mineiro has already reached the final after defeating Uruguay’s River Plate, while Penarol and Botafogo are still in contention, with Botafogo leading the tie after a commanding 5-0 victory in the first leg.
As fans and stakeholders anticipate further announcements, FIFA’s agreement with Hisense marks a pivotal moment, signaling promising steps forward for the highly anticipated 2025 Club World Cup.
