British media reports have revealed that FIFA is studying the possibility of staging the Club World Cup every two years, beginning in 2029, a move that could further intensify the already packed international calendar.
The next edition of the tournament is scheduled for 2029, following this summer’s expanded 32-team event in the United States.
According to The Guardian, major European clubs such as Real Madrid, Barcelona, Manchester United, Liverpool, and Napoli have pushed for the competition to become a biennial event, encouraged by the significant financial rewards.
Reports indicate that FIFA does not plan to hold a tournament in 2027 but is considering adding one in 2031, given that the international match calendar is locked until 2030.
Among the proposals under discussion are changes to qualification rules, including raising the maximum number of clubs allowed from the same country, and a potential expansion to 48 teams, mirroring the men’s World Cup format.
FIFA is also exploring the possibility of scrapping the June international break to ease fixture congestion and create space for tournaments, though UEFA is opposing the idea as it clashes with the Nations League finals.
Meanwhile, FIFA is set to launch a formal bidding process for host nations starting from the 2029 edition.
Unlike this year’s U.S. tournament, which was awarded directly, future editions will be contested through open applications. Countries such as Qatar, Spain, and Morocco have already expressed interest in staging the competition.
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