Club World Cup Success Shows Potential for Expanded Tournament
June 28, 2025 17:28The recent Club World Cup demonstrates competitive games, diminishing gap between Europe and the world, and potential for growth, proving the concept's viability.
The recent Club World Cup demonstrates competitive games, diminishing gap between Europe and the world, and potential for growth, proving the concept's viability.
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