FIFA President Gianni Infantino says the governing body will examine a proposal to expand the FIFA World Cup to 64 teams for the 2030 tournament. Several outlets report that FIFA is currently running a 48-team format for the 2026 World Cup and would consider adding a further 16 nations beyond that if the 2030 tournament is expanded. The discussions are described as following the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup, with FIFA planning to assess the proposal as it looks toward the 2030 edition. Coverage also notes that FIFA’s review would take place after this summer’s 2026 tournament, with Infantino indicating conversations are underway or will begin once the current competition ends. While FIFA is weighing the change, the reports do not indicate that a final decision has been made or that the 64-team format is certain to be adopted. The statements are presented as part of FIFA’s broader planning for future tournament structure and participation.
FIFA to examine expanding the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, Infantino says
FIFA President Gianni Infantino says the governing body will examine a proposal to expand the FIFA World Cup to 64 teams for the 2030 tournament. Several outlets report that FIFA is currently running...
- Gianni Infantino says FIFA will examine expanding the World Cup to 64 teams for 2030.
- The proposal would add 16 additional nations to the current 48-team format planned for 2026.
- FIFA’s review is expected to begin after the 2026 World Cup concludes.
- No final decision or implementation timeline is reported beyond FIFA’s examination of the idea.
- Multiple outlets attribute the initiative to statements by FIFA’s president.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino considering a proposal to add a further 16 nations ahead of the World Cup in four years.
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