Tunisian side Esperance and South African club Mamelodi Sundowns secure their places at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 following the semi-finals of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League, joining Al Ahly and Moroccan side Wydad Casablanca as representatives from CAF.
Esperance clinches their spot by completing a 2-0 aggregate victory over Sundowns, setting up a tantalizing final showdown with Egyptian giants Al Ahly. Despite Sundowns falling short in the semi-finals, their consistent performances over the past four years ensure their participation in the Club World Cup.
The revamped FIFA Club World Cup aims to determine a legitimate world champion by featuring elite teams from each confederation in a summer showpiece. With four representatives from CAF, including Wydad Casablanca, Al Ahly, Esperance, and Sundowns, the African contingent is set for a strong presence at the tournament.
Even if Esperance fails to win the Champions League final, they will still participate in the Club World Cup based on their ranking, highlighting their consistent performance over recent campaigns.
The inclusion of Esperance and Sundowns completes the African quartet, setting the stage for a thrilling competition as clubs from around the world vie for the title of world champion in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025.
