Fluminense, the Brazilian football club, reached the semifinals of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, securing over $60 million (approximately R$331 million) in prize money. This achievement marked Fluminense as the only non-European team among the final four and the sole South American representative in the semifinals. The club eliminated notable teams such as Inter Milan and Al Hilal, the latter coached by Simone Inzaghi, who had previously defeated Manchester City. Despite their success on the field, Fluminense operates with the lowest payroll among semifinalists, spending R$178 million annually, which is about ten times less than their competitors. Brazilian clubs collectively earned between R$845 million and R$1.23 billion in total prize money during the tournament. Fluminense's campaign was highlighted by significant financial rewards alongside sporting recognition, even though they were eventually eliminated by Chelsea in the semifinals.