The 2023 FIFA Club World Cup kicks off today with Saudi Arabia hosting the 20th edition of the tournament in Jeddah. Hosts and reigning Saudi Arabian champions Al Ittihad will face New Zealand’s Auckland City, the reigning OFC Champions League winners, in the first round at Jeddah’s King Abdullah Sports City Stadium at 18:00 GMT.
The annual international club tournament, organized by FIFA, will conclude with the final on December 22. England’s Manchester City (UEFA Champions League winners), Brazil’s Fluminense (Copa Libertadores winners), Japan’s Urawa Reds (AFC Champions League winners), Egypt’s Al Ahly (CAF Champions League winners) and Mexico’s Club Leon (CONCACAF Champions League winners) are the others participants of the 2023 Club World Cup in Jeddah.
Nigerian football fans have the opportunity to watch all matches on StarTimes channels.
According to the brand’s PR director, Lazarus Ibeabuchi” StarTimes’ commitment to broadcast the event reflects our commitment to bring the stylish football events to African cult and foster a sense of community among fans.”
The winner of the competition will receive a total of $5 million along with a shiny trophy to add to their trophy cabinets, while the runners-up will take home $4 million.
