FIDE World Cup 2025
The FIDE World Cup 2025 is coming to Goa! From October 30 to November 27, 2025, the world’s top players will gather on India’s west coast for one of the most exciting chess events.
This knockout spectacle brings together 206 players fighting for a share of USD 2,000,000 and three coveted places in the 2026 Candidates Tournament. Every round is win-or-go-home, making the World Cup one of the most dramatic tournaments on the calendar.
Key Details
Dates: 31 October to 27 November 2025
Venue: Goa, India
Players: 206
Format: Eight-round knockout
Top 50 seeds enter from Round 2
Matches are two classical games, with rapid and blitz playoffs if tied
Candidates spots: Top three finishers qualify for the 2026 Candidates Tournament
List of qualified players: worldcup2025.fide.com/participants/
With Goa confirmed as the host city, anticipation is building for an unforgettable month of high-stakes chess. Stay tuned for more information. The countdown to the FIDE World Cup 2025 has officially begun!