FIFA Mulls 64-Team World Cup for 2030

FIFA is considering a proposal to expand the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, an increase from the 48-team format set for the 2026 tournament. The suggestion was made by Ignacio Alonso, a Uruguayan delegate, during a recent FIFA Council meeting and met with mixed reactions. This expansion would commemorate the centenary of the World Cup, which will be hosted across six countries on three continents: Morocco, Spain, Portugal, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. While FIFA President Gianni Infantino expressed interest in the proposal, logistical challenges and concerns from player unions about the increasing number of matches remain significant hurdles. The idea reflects FIFA's ongoing focus on growing global football and potential financial benefits. A decision on the proposal will likely consider both the sporting implications and political factors involved.