1.   FIFA and the continental federations are often criticized for their Machiavellian politics, but at least their structure is democratic.

2.   Blatter said the decision also would make one more slot available to continental federations.

3.   FIFA chose the compromise to avoid a bruising battle between two members of the same continental federation.

4.   The nine-day, eight-team event hosted the champions or runners-up from the six continental federations, World Cup champion Brazil and host Saudi Arabia.

5.   The nine-day, eight-team event pits the champions or runners-up from the six continental federations, World Cup champion Brazil and host Saudi Arabia.

6.   The tournament will pit the champions of the six continental federations.