Liga MX side León were removed due to Fifa regulationsClubs determined by Champions Cup, Fifa ranking
A Fifa spokesperson said on Sunday that the federation is considering holding a one-game playoff between MLS side Los Angeles FC and Liga MX’s Club América to determine which club will occupy Club León’s spot in this summer’s Club World Cup. The victor of this playoff would also take home $9.55m in prize money awarded by Fifa to qualified teams from the Concacaf region.
The playoff teams’ selection notably keeps Costa Rica’s LD Alajuelense out of the competition after the club’s complaint in 2024 led to León’s recent ouster.
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