“CBP is working with FIFA to facilitate the lawful travel of players and fans to the FIFA Club World Cup at our ports of entry,” he said. “CBP will continue to safeguard our borders and welcome the world. From international arrivals to championship dreams, we’re here to keep it all running strong.”

The FIFA Club World Cup is underway as 32 teams from across the globe battle it out in the U.S. in the new-look tournament. Revamped to mimic that of a World Cup, the financially lucrative tournament in its new format features the likes of Real Madrid,

The FIFA Club World Cup opener was a scoreless draw, lacking a magical Lionel Messi moment in Miami Gardens, Florida.

The Club World Cup has been beset by organisational challenges ahead of the first edition of the revamped 32-team tournament in the U.S.

Boca Juniors have been strong in the first phase of league play in the Argentine top-flight level for first place in Group A with only three losses this season, while Benfica narrowly lost out on winning the Portugese league to Sporting.