The FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2024™ showcased thrilling football action in Qatar, culminating in a spectacular final where Real Madrid clinched the title with a 3-0 victory over Pachuca.
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Watch the final highlights
Relive the excitement of the final match between Real Madrid and Pachuca, held at Lusail Stadium.
Adidas Golden Ball Awards
The best players of the tournament were recognised with individual awards, based on performances throughout the competition:
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Adidas Golden Ball
Vinícius Júnior, Real Madrid
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Adidas Silver Ball
Federico Valverde, Real Madrid
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Adidas Bronze Ball
Elías Montiel, Pachuca
How it all played out
The 2024 tournament brought together global champions in a thrilling knockout format. Held from 22 September to 18 December, the first two matches were hosted at the home stadiums of the participating teams, with the final three hosted in Qatar on neutral ground.
Round
Teams
Score
Venue
Round
African–Asian–Pacific Cup play-off
Teams
Al Ain (Winners of the 2023–24 AFC Champions League) - Auckland City (Winners of the 2024 OFC Champions League)
Score
6:2
Venue
Hazza bin Zayed Stadium, Al Ain
Round
African–Asian–Pacific Cup
Teams
Al Ahly (Winners of the 2023–24 CAF Champions League) - Al Ain (Winners of the 2023–24 AFC Champions League)
Score
3:0
Venue
Cairo International Stadium, Cairo
Round
Derby of the Americas
Teams
Botafogo (Winners of the 2024 Copa Libertadores) - Pachuca (Winners of the 2024 CONCACAF Champions Cup)
Score
0:3
Venue
Stadium 974
Round
Challenger Cup
Teams
Pachuca (Winners of the Derby of the Americas) - Al Ahly (Winners of the African–Asian–Pacific Cup)
Score
0:0 (Penalties 6:5)
Venue
Stadium 974
Round
Intercontinental Cup
Teams
Real Madrid (Winners of the 2023–24 UEFA Champions League) - Pachuca (Winners of the Challenger Cup)
Score
3:0
Venue
Lusail Stadium
A legacy of champions
Learn about the evolution of the FIFA Intercontinental Cup, from its storied beginnings in 1960 to its modern revival in 2024.
Intercontinental Cup
1960-2004
For over four decades, the original Intercontinental Cup brought together the champions of Europe and South America, creating one of the most iconic rivalries in club football. The tournament set the foundation for global club competitions and celebrated football excellence across continents.
FIFA Club World Cup
2000-2023 and 2025-
Expanding on the Intercontinental Cup’s legacy, FIFA introduced the Club World Cup in 2000, inviting champions from all major footballing regions. Hosted twice by Qatar in 2019 and 2020, the tournament paved the way for a truly global competition that will expand further in 2025.
FIFA Intercontinental Cup
2024
Returning to its roots with a refreshed format, the FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2024 unites champions from Europe, South America, North America, and Africa in an exciting knockout tournament in Qatar. This revival honours the tournament’s history while embracing a global vision for club football.
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Two iconic sporting venues
Qatar’s stadiums are renowned for hosting legendary matches and captivating football fans worldwide. Discover more about the stadiums that hosted the Intercontinental Cup 2024.
Stadium 974
An architectural marvel, Stadium 974 stands out with its innovative modular design, built using 974 recycled shipping containers. A nod to Qatar’s dialing code, the stadium hosted seven matches in the FIFA World Cup 2022™.
Lusail Stadium
As Qatar’s largest stadium, Lusail Stadium hosted the iconic FIFA World Cup 2022™ final. This state-of-the-art venue benefits from a solar cooling system, symbolising Qatar’s commitment to sustainability as well as world-class sports.
Sports in Qatar
Explore all the exciting sports events coming to Qatar this year, including the FIFA Arab Cup 2025, FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025, and more.
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