Illustrated FIFA Club World Cup scene — AI-generated artwork behind this tournament's word search puzzle
A free FIFA Club World Cup word search you can play straight in the browser. The 12-word list draws on its format, its trophy, and the traditions around it, hidden across a 15×15 grid in every direction. Drag through the letters to mark a word off.
Words to find: GROUPSTAGE, QUARTERFINAL, SEMIFINAL, THIRDPLACE, KNOCKOUT, TROPHY, GOLDENBALL, SILVERWARE, MASCOT, STADIUM, TURF, DRIBBLING.
Diagonals are where most players stall. Once you are down to the last word or two, sweep the diagonals deliberately.
FIFA Club World Cup word list, defined
QUARTERFINAL/kwɔrtərˈfaɪnəl/ · noun
The stage of a competition that comes after the semifinals and before the finals, typically involving four teams or players. Related: semifinal, final, playoff, elimination round.
SEMIFINAL/sɛmɪˈfaɪnəl/ · noun
The final round of competition before the final, typically involving two teams or individuals. Related: final, intermediate, preliminary, quarterfinal.
KNOCKOUT/nɒk.aʊt/ · noun, verb
A knockout is a blow that knocks someone or something out, or a decisive victory or success. In boxing, a knockout is when a boxer is knocked out by a punch. Related: knockdown, KO, victory, triumph.
TROPHY/ˈtroʊfi/ · noun
An object given as a symbol of achievement or excellence, typically awarded to the winner of a competition or contest. A prize or honor given to someone for their achievements or accomplishments. Related: prize, medal, award, cup.
SILVERWARE/ˈsɪlvərweɪr/ · noun
Tableware made of silver, or other metal, used for eating and serving food. Also, the cutlery and plates used at a table. Related: cutlery, tableware, dinnerware, flatware.
MASCOT/mæskɒt/ · noun
A person or animal that serves as a symbol or representative of a particular group, organization, or activity, often used to promote or entertain. Related: symbol, representative, emblem, ambassador.
STADIUM/ˈstædɪəm/ · noun
A large, usually outdoor building or area for sports, concerts, or other public events. Related: arena, amphitheater, ground, pitch.
TURF/tɜːrf/ · noun, verb
A piece of ground covered with grass or other low-growing plants, especially one used for sports or recreation. To cheat or deceive someone, especially in a sports contest. Related: ground, soil, grass, pitch.
DRIBBLING/drɪbəlɪŋ/ · noun, verb
The act of dribbling, especially with a ball, or the sound of liquid flowing or being poured. In sports, the act of controlling a ball in flight by bouncing it on the ground or on a surface. Related: dashing, galloping, patter, splashing.