Club World Cup: Can South America Win?
South American teams are turning heads at the FIFA Club World Cup! With Brazilian and Argentinian clubs showcasing dominant performances, can a team from South America finally seize the coveted title? Flamengo’s coach, Filipe Luis, believes its within reach, fueled by unbeaten streaks and stunning victories, including Botafogo’s triumph over Paris St-Germain and Flamengo’s win against Chelsea. Learn why the Club World Cup is heating up.Historically, Europe has dominated. No Brazilian team has clinched the FIFA Club World Cup since 2012.Argentina hasn’t seen a winner as 2000. With all six South American teams undefeated, and leading their groups discover if the tide will turn? Stay informed with News Directory 3. Discover what’s next, as we analyze the remaining matches and the potential for an upset.
South American Teams Shine in Club World Cup Tournament
Updated June 21, 2025
Brazilian and Argentinian clubs are making a splash at the FIFA Club world Cup, leading Flamengo coach Filipe Luis to suggest a South American team could take the title. The Club World Cup features six South American teams: Palmeiras, Botafogo, Flamengo, and Fluminense from Brazil, along with Boca Juniors and River Plate representing Argentina.
The South American teams’ strong showing includes Botafogo’s 1-0 victory over Champions League winner Paris St-Germain. Flamengo also rallied to defeat UEFA Conference League champion Chelsea 3-1. All six South American squads remain unbeaten after nine matches, with Palmeiras, Botafogo, Flamengo, and River Plate leading their respective groups in the Club World Cup.
While South American teams are performing well, no team from Brazil has claimed the FIFA Club World Cup since Corinthians defeated Chelsea in 2012. Since then, European teams have dominated the competition. Argentina hasn’t seen a team win the tournament since its inception in 2000. The South American teams are hoping to break that streak.
“First of all I’m surprised South American teams are unbeaten, because I know the quality of European football,” said Flamengo boss Luis after masterminding a win over his former club Chelsea.
“anybody can win. That’s football. It wouldn’t surprise me [if a South American team won it].”
What’s next
The remaining matches in the tournament will determine if a South American team can maintain its dominance and potentially break Europe’s recent stronghold on the FIFA Club World Cup title.