New Zealand football fans will have the rare chance to see the FIFA Club World Cup Trophy up close when it arrives in Auckland next week, as part of a global tour celebrating the inaugural 32-team FIFA Club World Cup USA 2025™.

The trophy will be showcased at several locations across Auckland from 13-15 March, including a public viewing event at Kiwitea Street, home of Auckland City FC, on Saturday, 15 March.

Auckland City FC, Oceania’s representative in the historic 2025 tournament, will have the event documented by FIFA’s Trophy Tour team, with international media and film crews capturing the excitement of the occasion.

Auckland City FC Chairperson Ivan Vuksich sees the arrival of the trophy as a significant moment for both the club and New Zealand football.

“Competing in the FIFA Club World Cup is a historic achievement, and bringing the trophy to Auckland allows our players, supporters, and the football community to be part of the journey,” says Vuksich.

The event offers a chance for fans to engage with the tournament’s rich history and its global significance.

Designed by Tiffany & Co., the FIFA Club World Cup Trophy is a prestigious symbol of club excellence.

Featuring a 24-carat gold-plated finish, the intricate trophy includes engravings of the world map and the names of all 211 FIFA Member Associations, along with inscriptions in multiple languages, including Braille.

The trophy’s visit to Auckland is one of the final international stops before the tournament begins in June.

It will travel to 29 cities across 20 countries in 140 days, redefining the global football landscape ahead of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.

Auckland is the only stop in the Pacific region, and after its three-day visit, the trophy will return to the United States in preparation for the tournament's start in June.

Auckland City FC is preparing for a landmark challenge in the tournament, facing world-class clubs such as Bayern Munich, Benfica, and Boca Juniors.

The team’s campaign will begin on 15 June against six-time UEFA Champions League winners Bayern Munich.

As the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ approaches, Auckland City FC and New Zealand football fans can look forward to being part of an exciting chapter in the sport's global history.

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