​Drogba: Participating in Club World Cup Means a Lot to African Teams

Today, Chelsea legend Didier Drogba discussed the significance of participating in the Club World Cup for African teams in an interview.

Drogba stated, "I believe that participating in the Club World Cup is a fantastic opportunity for both clubs and players to compete at the highest level of football. Some players have already experienced the World Cup, but it only happens every four years, and not everyone gets the chance to participate. The Club World Cup has a tighter schedule, which means more competition, more matches, and more opportunities for players to become world champions."

"Imagine the excitement when players from countries like Ivory Coast or other African nations lift the trophy in front of clubs like Chelsea, Barcelona, or Real Madrid. It would be a thrilling moment. This competition holds great significance for African teams, providing them with an excellent platform to showcase their talent and prowess to the world."

The inaugural revamped Club World Cup is set to take place in the United States in June 2025, following a format similar to the World Cup, with a field of 32 teams divided into 8 groups of 4, with the top two advancing to the round of 16 knockout stage.