Morocco is currently hosting the 10th edition of the Club World Cup, which runs until December 21. This tournament, created in 2000 by FIFA, features champion football clubs from six continental confederations alongside the champion of the host country. Despite its festive nature, questions are arising about the actual usefulness of this competition.
The Club World Cup was initially conceived as a way to replace the traditional Intercontinental Cup, which pitted the European and South American champions against each other. FIFA’s intention was to expand the horizons of football and address what was perceived as an unfair situation. However, the competition has faced interruptions, and critics argue that it adds unnecessary strain to clubs’ already hectic schedules.
The main criticism revolves around the competition’s contribution to football. Some experts believe it fails to address the intended issues and merely serves to extract substantial television rights from dedicated fans. While it has provided opportunities for clubs from emerging footballing continents, the overall impact remains a subject of debate. The tournament features clubs from Oceania competing in a playoff against the best team from the organizing country.
With only ten editions held so far due to interruptions, and considering the dominance of European clubs in recent years, questions persist about the genuine value and impact of the FIFA Club World Cup.
