In a stunning revelation, FIFA has joined forces with renowned jeweler Tiffany & Co. to unveil the groundbreaking trophy for the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup set to kick off in the summer of 2025. This iconic partnership has birthed a masterpiece – a 24-karat gold vermeil trophy that embodies the spirit of innovation and transformation in the world of international club football.
A Symbol of a New Era
The FIFA Club World Cup Trophy is more than just a prize; it is a symbol of a new era in global club football. FIFA President Gianni Infantino emphasized the need for the trophy to be “daring and bold” in its format and design while highlighting the prestige of the tournament with timeless gold. This trophy marks the beginning of the most inclusive and merit-based club competition the world has ever seen.
Transformative Design
The trophy’s design is a testament to innovation and transformation. Crafted by the skilled artisans at Tiffany & Co., the shield-shaped trophy can transform into a multifaceted and orbital structure, symbolizing the dynamic nature of the tournament. The design draws inspiration from four key elements: maps of pioneering journeys, the periodic table, astronomy, and the Voyager Golden Records.
Celestial Symbols and Global Representations
The trophy features celestial symbols representing the approximate positions of the planets on two significant dates: May 21, 1904, when FIFA was founded in Paris, and June 15, 2025, the opening match of the FIFA Club World Cup. The inscriptions on the trophy include a world map, all 211 FIFA member associations, and laser-engraved descriptions of iconic football moments, such as a bicycle kick and a diving save. The trophy also features wording in 13 languages, including Braille, showcasing the inclusivity and global reach of the tournament.
A Legacy in the Making
The central disc of the trophy includes space to laser-engrave the emblems of the winning clubs from the 24 editions of the tournament, ensuring that the legacy of the FIFA Club World Cup will be etched in gold for generations to come. Various icons capturing football’s traditions are also featured on the hardware, paying homage to the rich history of the beautiful game.
“With a legacy dating back 160 years, Tiffany & Co. has crafted some of the most iconic championship trophies in history, setting the standard for craft and design,” said Anthony Ledru, President and CEO of Tiffany & Co. “The FIFA Club World Cup Trophy is the next chapter in our long history of creating the world’s most revered symbols of athletic achievement.”
– Anthony Ledru, President and CEO of Tiffany & Co.
A Tournament Like No Other
The FIFA Club World Cup is set to be a tournament like no other, with 32 international clubs competing in a format similar to the FIFA World Cup. The tournament will feature eight groups of four teams each, with the top two advancing to the knockout round. Spanning from June 15 to July 13, 2025, the tournament will be held across the United States, with the opening match at the iconic Hard Rock Stadium, home of Lionel Messi and Inter Miami CF, and the final at the state-of-the-art MetLife Stadium.
A Trophy Worthy of Champions
As the world eagerly awaits the start of this groundbreaking tournament, one thing is certain: the FIFA Club World Cup Trophy, born from the collaboration between FIFA and Tiffany & Co., is a trophy worthy of the champions who will lift it high. It is a symbol of excellence, innovation, and the transformative power of football to unite the world in the spirit of competition and camaraderie.
The unveiling of this trophy marks a new chapter in the history of international club football, and football fans around the globe are already counting down the days until the first whistle blows at the FIFA Club World Cup in 2025. With a trophy as magnificent as the tournament itself, the stage is set for an unforgettable spectacle that will captivate audiences worldwide and etch the names of football’s greatest clubs in the annals of history.
