FIFA officially confirmed that the match between Club América and LAFC to determine the team that will represent the region in the 2025 Club World Cup will be played on May 31. The match will take place at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, home of the Californian team, at 8:30 p.m. Central Mexican Time (6:30 p.m. Pacific Time and 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time).
This single match will be played following the exclusion of Club León, which had originally qualified but lost its place as it did not meet the updated eligibility criteria.
Last chance for America
América comes into this match against LAFC after being eliminated by Cruz Azul in the semifinals of the Concachampions 2025.
This match represents their last chance to qualify for the Club World Cup.
If they lose, they would have to wait for the next international cycle to seek a pass.
The match will take place at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles
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Meanwhile, LAFC, the reigning MLS Cup 2024 runners-up, will be looking to take advantage of home advantage.
However, their schedule is more congested, as three days before the match they must face Sporting Kansas City in the league.
In addition, they will have to reschedule their match against Colorado Rapids, originally scheduled for the same date.
Tickets and match logistics
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FIFA confirmed that ticket sales to the general public will begin on May 17 through its official website.
However, subscribers and official members of both teams will have early access on May 16.
The format will be a single match, and in the event of a tie between América and LAFC after 90 minutes, extra time will be played.
If necessary, penalty kicks to define the winner.
The winner will earn CONCACAF’s final berth to the new FIFA Club World Cup.
It will be held in the United States from June 15 to July 13, 2025, with the participation of 32 teams from around the world.
So far, the confirmed teams from the region are Monterrey, Seattle Sounders and Pachuca.
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