This year, the champions of the different continents will not play in Japan. The venue will be different. And when?
The 2017 Club World Cup will feature the champion of Europe, South America, North America, Asia, Oceania, Africa, and the host country's champion. But where will it be played?
This year it will change venue and will not be held in Japan. The United Arab Emirates will be the host country and its champion will participate in the tournament that will begin on December 6 and end 10 days later, when the corresponding final is played in Abu Dhabi. The same venue has been designated for 2018 as well.
So far, there is only one qualified team. Pachuca defeated Tigres in the Concachampions final and will represent North America in the global event. Who will be able to play it?
- Pachuca (Mexico)
- Champion of Europe (Champions League)
- Champion of South America (Copa Libertadores)
- Champion of Asia (Asian Champions League)
- Champion of Africa (African Champions League)
- Champion of Oceania (Oceania Champions League)
- Champion of the host country (United Arab Emirates)