Mamelodi Sundowns’ management could hardly have expected such a massive financial boost so soon, could they?
SUNDOWNS TO RECEIVE HUGE FIFA CLUB WORLD CUP PAYOUT
FIFA confirmed in 2024 that Mamelodi Sundowns will be among the 32 elite clubs competing in the newly expanded FIFA Club World Cup, set to take place in the United States from June 14 to July 13.
The Pretoria-based side will join Al Ahly, Esperance, and Wydad Casablanca as one of four African representatives, a reward for their consistent performances in the CAF Champions League over the past decade.
According to beIN Sports, FIFA has allocated a total of $1 billion (R18 billion) in prize money for all participating teams, with earnings increasing as teams progress. If the amount is divided equally, each club would take home approximately $31.25 million (R572.7 million) just for participating.
SUNDOWNS’ GROUP STAGE FIXTURES
The draw has placed Sundowns in Group F, where they will face top opposition from South Korea, Germany, and Brazil:
- Wednesday, June 18 – Ulsan HD FC vs Sundowns (00:00) – Inter & Co Stadium, Orlando, USA
- Saturday, June 21 – Sundowns vs Borussia Dortmund (18:00) – QTL Stadium, Cincinnati, USA
- Wednesday, June 25 – Sundowns vs Fluminense (21:00) – Hard Rock Stadium, Florida, USA
DOMESTIC AND CONTINENTAL DOMINANCE CONTINUES
Back home, Sundowns remain in control of the Betway Premiership, sitting at the top of the table with 17 points and nine matches left. Meanwhile, in the CAF Champions League, they are gearing up for a quarterfinal showdown against Esperance de Tunisia.
