The 2025 Club World Cup is fast approaching, and while FIFA has yet to officially reveal the prize amounts, the participating teams are already calculating how much they could earn in the tournament. Among the South American clubs representing the continent, River Plate and Boca Juniors are expected to be key players, not only on the field but also in the distribution of funds FIFA will allocate to the competitors.

According to recent reports, each team participating in the revamped tournament in the United States would receive a sum between 15 and 18 million euros just for taking part. While this amount is lower than the 50 million that was initially speculated, it still represents a significant income for the clubs, especially in a tournament that promises unprecedented global exposure.

In addition to the money guaranteed for participating in the group stage, teams that advance to the knockout rounds could considerably increase their earnings. It is estimated that teams reaching the Round of 16 could earn around 25 million euros, thanks to performance bonuses from the group stage. The further a team progresses, the greater the prize, following a structure similar to the UEFA Champions League.

For River Plate, managed by Martín Demichelis, the group stage will be a challenging one with teams like Urawa Red Diamonds, Monterrey, and Inter Milan. If they progress beyond the group stage, they will face a team from Group F, which includes Fluminense and Borussia Dortmund. On the other hand, Boca Juniors, sharing a group with Bayern Munich, Benfica, and Auckland City, also aims to advance and face a team from Group D in the Round of 16.

The financial aspect will be a key factor for both Argentine clubs, which seek not only sporting glory but also to bolster their finances with this tournament. Beyond the cash prizes, international exposure and potential commercial agreements that may arise from the Club World Cup represent a great growth opportunity.

As the tournament approaches, FIFA is expected to confirm the prize figures and distribution criteria. The reality is that both Boca and River have already secured a significant sum just for competing, but their true goal will be to go as far as possible and maximize their earnings in this historic edition of the Club World Cup.