Experienced Player Quality Between The 2022 Qatar National Team And The 2025 Club World Cup Of The Americas

Muhammad Rofi Ikhyaul; Achmad Widodo; Heri Wahyudi; Panji Bana

Authors

Muhammad Rofi Ikhyaul Universitas Negeri Surabaya Author
Achmad Widodo Universitas Negeri Surabaya Author
Heri Wahyudi Universitas Negeri Surabaya Author
Panji Bana Universitas Negeri Surabaya Author

Keywords:

Quality Analysis, Player Experience, World Cup, Club World Cup

Abstract

This study aims to compare the quality of experienced players based on the number of caps, player age, minutes played during the tournament, the ratio of goal contributions in quarterfinal to final matches, and total goals throughout their international careers. The research employed a descriptive-comparative design involving eight national teams participating in the 2022 FIFA World Cup and eight clubs competing in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, selected using purposive sampling techniques. Data were collected through documentation from official football databases, including FIFA, Transfermarkt, and match reports, using observation sheets and comparison matrices as research instruments. Data were analyzed descriptively to identify patterns and differences between groups. The results indicate that players in the 2022 FIFA World Cup had a higher number of caps, greater goal contributions, and longer playing time. In contrast, players in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup exhibited more varied levels of experience, a younger average age, and fewer minutes played due to player rotation. It is concluded that national team tournaments tend to emphasize the role of experienced players with significant influence on team performance, whereas club tournaments prioritize squad depth, player rotation, and performance consistency.

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