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FIFA Weighs Historic 64-Team Format for 2030 World Cup

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed the body will consider expanding the World Cup to 64 teams at the 2030 tournament. The proposal surfaced during a recent FIFA Council meeting as officials plan the centenary edition. The 2030 event is already set to feature 48 teams across six host nations in three continents, with Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay each staging a commemorative match. Adding 16 more nations could broaden global participation but also raise concerns over fixture congestion, logistical challenges and potential dilution of quality. Critics warn of strain on players and schedules, while supporters argue it would give more countries a shot at football’s biggest prize.

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jaruma

Do you think expanding the World Cup to 64 teams will dilute the quality of matches or boost global interest in 2030?

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julia

On what basis do they plan to keep match intensity high with 64 teams?

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mel

Already planning 64 teams while 48 is still untested seems premature, especially considering logistics and travel challenges across host nations.

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jayjay

We shouldn't assume more teams automatically equals better representation if smaller nations struggle to qualify with 48 now.

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isa

Hosts will need realistic infrastructure plans and cost assessments before committing to a 64-team World Cup in 2030 centenary edition.

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