First launched in 2000 as the FIFA Club World Championship, the FIFA Club World Cup has long occupied a curious place in global football.

Carlo Ancelotti is swapping Real Madrid for Brazil in one of the biggest moves in world soccer. The problem is, neither he, nor Madrid, want to talk about it.

Exclusion from the FIFA Club World Cup. Elimination from the Liga MX playoffs. Amidst this whirlwind, Club Leon have made a firm decision regarding one of their most prominent stars.

A FIFA Club World Cup spot is on the line for MLS side LAFC and Liga MX’s Club América this spring. FIFA shared initial plans earlier in the year, but the one-game playoff became official this week after the Court of Arbitration for Sport upheld Mexico’s Club Léon's disqualification.

Real Madrid wants Dean Huijsen to strengthen their defense. The Spanish player currently plays for AFC Bournemouth. Several Premier League clubs are a

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher wants to see Real Madrid pay a fee for the transfer of Trent Alexander-Arnold, giving his signing for the Club World Cup could see them land a huge sum.

Real Madrid are planning to make three new signings before the start of the FIFA Club World Cup, according to El Chiringuito TV (via Madrid Xtra's X handle).