That in itself is a debatable criterion, as neither LAFC nor Club América has won a tournament that would qualify them for the Club World Cup. Now, the winner of the playoff will play for a $125 million prize — the tournament winner’s bounty as part of the $1 billion pot.

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami have reportedly stopped one other MLS club from participating in the upcoming Club World Cup. Following the end of the season, 32 of the biggest football teams in the world will face off in the Club World Cup, taking place in the USA in June and July.

FIFA Club World Cup will see 32 teams competing across the United States in a tournament that’s the first of its kind. With some of the best teams from every confederation competing in a new format for the revamped Club World Cup trophy.

As one of 11 host cities, a handy cheat sheet on everything from how to score tickets to what to do while in town.

Orlando is the only city that will find two of its venues hosting Club World Cup matches. Inter&Co Stadium, the home of MLS’ Orlando City FC and the 65,000-seat Camping World Stadium will see matches kick off beginning on June 17.

FIFA have announced the 12 stadiums being used to host the newly revamped and expanded Club World Cup tournament, which will be played in the United States of America during the summer of 2025. They have also announced that Lionel Messi's Inter Miami will be representing the host nation in the 32-team tournament.