With slow ticket sales and a lack of visible promotion in some host cities, it remains to be seen how these factors will impact the Club World Cup. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has promised "the world will be welcomed," but some observers believe the U.S. isn't rolling out the red carpet in the current climate.

The Socceroos have outclassed Saudi Arabia in their qualification game to officially book a spot at their sixth FIFA World Cup in a row. The Socceroos are heading to the FIFA World Cup once again.