The upcoming match between Los Ángeles FC (LAFC) and Inter Miami in the CONCACAF Champions Cup has brought attention to LAFC's position regarding potential adjustments to the FIFA Club World Cup qualification criteria.

FIFA is currently exploring various options to resolve disputes related to the tournament, a situation that is pending a decision from the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).

After hearings held on April 23, the affected parties include Liga Deportiva Alajuelense, FIFA, León, and Pachuca.

As this situation unfolds, LAFC has not publicly disclosed its stance on the matter, opting for a position of discretion.

FIFA has acknowledged the possibility of a playoff match between América and LAFC to determine who would take the spot of Club León, which was disqualified from the tournament due to ownership conflicts following a complaint from Liga Deportiva Alajuelense.

However, FIFA has also noted that "the winner of the playoff will qualify unless legal proceedings dictate otherwise" and stated that more information will be provided in due course.

Gianni Infantino, the president of FIFA, spoke with media in Pasadena, United States, and highlighted the procedural steps taken thus far.

While he did not directly address Alajuelense, Infantino emphasized the importance of following through with the decisions made by FIFA's Appeal Committee, stating, "Now the case will surely proceed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), which will also make its decision very quickly because we need to move forward with the resolution."

In response to the unfolding developments, LAFC has refrained from issuing any formal statements.

According to reports, head coach Steve Cherundolo remarked, "I think there is no clarity on the issue at the moment.

Until there is clarity, I don't think it is necessary or appropriate for us to make a comment on the matter.

Let's wait for a resolution and then we will see."