FIFA Considers 64-Team World Cup for 2030

The president of world football's governing body, Fifa, Gianni Infantino, has hinted at a potential expansion of the 2030 World Cup to include 64 teams. This suggestion comes as the current tournament extends beyond its usual duration, with discussions reportedly underway to gauge the feasibility of such a significant increase in participating nations.

This move, if implemented, would represent another step in Fifa's recent history of growing the scale of its competitions. The organization has a track record of increasing the number of teams in various tournaments under its jurisdiction over the years.

The announcement or suggestion of this expansion has been met with commentary, including a reader pointing out a factual error in a previous report regarding Dundee United's progression in a group stage match. Additionally, another reader shared a personal anecdote about collecting Panini stickers from the 1982 World Cup, highlighting the enduring emotional connection fans have to the tournament.