Qualified Teams
| Team | Confederation | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Entered in the semi-finals | ||
| Barcelona | UEFA | Winners of the 2008–09 UEFA Champions League |
| Estudiantes | CONMEBOL | Winners of the 2009 Copa Libertadores |
| Entered in the quarter-finals | ||
| Atlante | CONCACAF | Winners of the 2008–09 CONCACAF Champions League |
| Pohang Steelers | AFC | Winners of the 2009 AFC Champions League |
| TP Mazembe | CAF | Winners of the 2009 CAF Champions League |
| Entered in the play-off round | ||
| Al-Ahli | AFC (Host) | Winners of the 2008–09 UAE Pro-League |
| Auckland City | OFC | Winners of the 2008–09 OFC Champions League |
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