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FIFA Excludes Club Leon from 2025 World Cup Amid Controversy

3/21/2025

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FIFA has dropped Mexican club Leon from the 2025 Club World Cup for breaching multi-ownership rules, as both Leon and Pachuca share the same owner, Grupo Pachuca. Leon is set to appeal, claiming it operates independently. A replacement team will be revealed shortly, with the tournament scheduled from June 14 to July 13 in the U.S.

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FIFA has dropped Mexican club Leon from the 2025 Club World Cup for breaching multi-ownership rules, as both Leon and Pachuca share the same owner, Grupo Pachuca. Leon is set to appeal, claiming it operates independently. A replacement team will be revealed shortly, with the tournament scheduled from June 14 to July 13 in the U.S.