FIFA will provide financial support to football clubs for both the qualifying stages and final tournaments of the 2026 and 2030 World Cups. This marks the first time clubs will receive funding from FIFA for their players’ participation throughout the entire World Cup process. A total budget of $355 million has been allocated for both tournaments. The initiative aims to recognize the contribution clubs make by releasing players for international duty. Details regarding the distribution method to clubs are yet to be released by FIFA. This financial support is expected to benefit a wide range of clubs globally, not just those with players in the final tournament. The move signifies a shift in FIFA’s approach to club-international player relations.