FIFA President Hints at 64-Team World Cup Expansion
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino has suggested that the organization will consider increasing the World Cup format to 64 teams, potentially before the 2030 event. Infantino described the current 48-team format as a 'huge success'.
In a recent interview with Swiss media outlet Bluewin, FIFA President Gianni Infantino revealed that the possibility of further expanding the World Cup tournament is on the table. He indicated that moving from the current 48-team format to a 64-team model could be a logical next step.
Infantino stated that this idea is "definitely an issue that will be examined and discussed in the relevant committees after this World Cup." He emphasized FIFA's commitment to making the tournament a truly global event, aiming to represent the entire world rather than just specific continents like Europe and South America.
The FIFA chief lauded the ongoing 48-team World Cup as a "huge success," implying that this experience will inform future decisions regarding the tournament's structure. The discussions are expected to take place within FIFA's committees following the conclusion of the current tournament cycle.
Infantino's push for a larger World Cup smacks of prioritizing commercial expansion over the integrity of the competition. More teams often means more lopsided matches.
