FIFA seeks volunteers for the prestigious 2025 Club World Cup at MetLife Stadium, offering an opportunity for Americans to participate in one of soccer’s most significant international tournaments.
At a Glance
- The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at MetLife Stadium will run from mid-June through July 13
- MetLife Stadium will host eight matches, including the tournament final
- East Rutherford is one of 12 U.S. cities selected to host the expanded competition
- Volunteers can register their interest on FIFA’s volunteer page
- MetLife Stadium will also host the 2026 World Cup final, cementing its status as a premier soccer venue
Tournament Details and Volunteer Opportunities
FIFA has officially launched its call for volunteers for the 2025 Club World Cup tournament at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The expanded tournament will begin in mid-June 2025 and culminate with the championship match on Sunday, July 13. East Rutherford stands as one of 12 carefully selected host cities across the United States that will welcome the world’s most prestigious club teams for this international competition.
MetLife Stadium has secured a prominent role in the tournament, scheduled to host eight matches throughout the competition. The action at the venue kicks off with a match between Brazil’s Palmeiras and Portugal’s FC Porto on June 15, marking the beginning of a month-long celebration of world-class soccer in the New York metropolitan area. This follows the stadium’s selection as the venue for the 2026 World Cup final, scheduled for July 19, 2026.
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 is coming to MetLife Stadium this summer and you can be part of the action⚽! Sign up today to be a tournament volunteer! Details and application in the link below:https://t.co/AHtxAJKHgD#BeatAsOne #FIFAVolunteer #FIFACWC #TakeItToTheWorld pic.twitter.com/KHp1Bhj9Gv
— MetLife Stadium (@MetLifeStadium) January 23, 2025
Host Cities and National Significance
The selection of East Rutherford places the New Jersey venue in elite company among American cities hosting this prestigious tournament. Other host cities for the 2025 Club World Cup include Atlanta, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, Orlando, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. Each location was carefully chosen to showcase America’s growing embrace of international soccer ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
The tournament represents a significant milestone in American soccer history as it brings together champions from various continental competitions in a newly expanded format. MetLife Stadium’s prominent role in both the 2025 Club World Cup and the 2026 World Cup final establishes the venue as America’s premier destination for international soccer in the coming years, bringing global attention to the New York/New Jersey region as a soccer stronghold.
How to Volunteer
Volunteers will play an essential role in ensuring the success of this major sporting event. FIFA is actively recruiting individuals interested in contributing to the tournament’s operations across various functional areas. Those wishing to volunteer can express their interest by visiting FIFA.com’s dedicated volunteers page, where they can register and indicate their availability during the tournament period.
Volunteering for the Club World Cup offers an unparalleled opportunity to participate in international soccer at its highest level. Volunteers will gain behind-the-scenes experience at a world-class sporting event while representing their community on a global stage. This opportunity comes just one year before the United States co-hosts the FIFA World Cup with Mexico and Canada, making it valuable preparation for those interested in volunteering for both tournaments.
