As LAFC faces English powerhouse Chelsea FC in the Club World Cup, some supporters are caught between two beloved clubs.

Boca Juniors enter this match high on confidence after a solid Apertura campaign, while Benfica are still licking their wounds after narrowly missing out on the Portuguese title.

That's an assumption FIFA and Gianni Infantino are putting to the test, with the refreshed Club World Cup bringing four weeks of international club football starting on Saturday. What was once a tournament for seven intercontinental cup winners has been expanded to 32 teams,

In principle there ought to be nothing particularly contentious about a competition to decide the best club side in the world. Between 1960 and 2004 the champions of Europe and South America faced off for bragging rights,

Boca Juniors face Benfica in Miami in their opening match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. However, what has drawn the most attention is their passionate fanbase — and one question stands out: How many fans will attend the match?