"Missing the inaugural edition of the FIFA Club World Cup was something of a financial blow for Barcelona, who could have used the additional revenue. But as we slowly gear towards the next FIFA CWC, slated for 2029, the club remain in a favourable position, ahead of their Spanish rivals Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid. With the qualification cycle covering the four Champions League campaigns from 2024-25 to 2027-28, Barcelona have stormed into a commanding position."
"This accounts for a staggering 18-point deficit compared to the Catalans. Atletico de Madrid follows closely in 9th with 43 points. This turnaround is driven by consistent performance, especially under the appointment of a certain Hansi Flick. Barcelona accumulated 41 points in the 2024-25 campaign and has already added 22 points in the current 2025-26 season. In contrast, Real Madrid earned just 27 points last year and has added only 18 so far this term."
Barcelona suffered a financial setback from missing the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup but currently sit in a favourable position for 2029 qualification. The qualification cycle spans the Champions League campaigns from 2024-25 to 2027-28, and Barcelona have surged into a strong position. Barcelona rank third overall with 63 points, behind Arsenal (71) and Inter Milan (66). Real Madrid occupy eighth with 45 points and Atletico ninth with 43, creating an 18-point gap to Barcelona. Consistent performance under Hansi Flick produced 41 points in 2024-25 and 22 so far in 2025-26, while Real Madrid recorded 27 and 18 respectively. Unless FIFA expands country allocations beyond two clubs, Barcelona appear well placed to secure one of Spain's two slots.
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