Brazilian Football Confederation head Samir Xaud confirmed Brazil’s intention to bid for the 2029 Club World Cup following a meeting between President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and FIFA chief Gianni Infantino. This announcement came after a gathering at the Planalto Palace in Brasília, attended by Sports Minister Andre Fufuca and Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti. Xaud expressed confidence in Brazil’s ability to host the event, stating that although it requires discussions and adjustments, the country will submit its bid for 2029. FIFA has yet to open the bidding for the tournament, but Spain, Morocco, and Qatar are expected to present rival bids. While Spain and Morocco will host the 2030 World Cup, the selection of hosts for the Club World Cup operates independently from the World Cup hosting process. This shift marks a departure from past practices where events like the Confederations Cup served as test events for the World Cup. Infantino’s visit to Brazil coincided with activities related to the 2027 Women’s World Cup, which Brazil is set to host for the first time. FIFA recently unveiled the official branding for the event, highlighting 32 teams competing between June and July.