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The CONCACAF Champions Cup is the premier annual club football competition organized by CONCACAF, the confederation governing the sport in North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Originally established in 1962, it was rebranded from the CONCACAF Champions League format starting with the 2024 edition. The tournament's winner qualifies for the FIFA Club World Cup and the FIFA Intercontinental Cup.
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What is the CONCACAF Champions Cup?
It is CONCACAF's premier annual club football competition for teams from North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. It determines the region's top club champion.
When was the CONCACAF club championship first established?
The competition began in 1962 as the CONCACAF Champions' Cup. It was later known as the CONCACAF Champions League before being rebranded as the Champions Cup.
What changed when the Champions League became the Champions Cup?
The 2024 edition was the first played under the Champions Cup name and introduced a 27-team format with a five-round knockout phase. The rebrand kept the competition as the region's leading club tournament.
Which clubs can play in the CONCACAF Champions Cup?
Eligible clubs come from CONCACAF member associations across North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. The field includes teams from competitions and qualification routes defined by CONCACAF.
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