FIFA president Gianni Infantino triumphantly declared the Club World Cup to be "the most successful club competition in the world" Saturday ahead of this weekend's final between Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea.

Fifa's expanded Club World Cup has been met with cynicism in places, but how did the rest of the world embrace the tournament?

Some of Mauricio Pochettino's roster spots were likely earned (Matt Freese) at the 2026 World Cup while others were cemented, tattooed, or written in permanent marker (Malik Tillman).

Doja Cat, J Balvin, Tems, and Emmanuel Kelly will play a 15-minute show for Global Citizen from the newly built platform high up at MetLife Stadium

A look at the state of play as the world's best players jostle to win the sport's most prestigious individual award

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso will speak with both Kylian Mbappé and Vinicius Junior to voice concerns about the pair’s on-field attitudes, reports in Spain state. Former boss Carlo Ancelotti often hinted at issues with Mbappé and Vinicius’s work rate last season and the humbling 4–0 defeat at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup semifinal has left many believing the same problems remain under Alonso.

The Esports World Cup officially kicked off its second annual tournament in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, drawing over 2,000 competitors from 84 different countries. Setting the scene for us in Riyadh, CNN’s Eleni Giokos.

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are joined by World Cup champion Carli Lloyd to break down their picks for the best USMNT starting XI ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.