'Every idea is a good idea' - how would 64-team World Cup look?
Summary
There is a proposal to expand the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams. The idea was introduced by the South American football organization Conmebol and is being discussed by FIFA. The proposal has mixed support among football leaders around the world.Key Facts
- Conmebol proposed to expand the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams.
- FIFA is discussing the idea with football leaders in New York.
- The 2026 World Cup will be the first with 48 teams, up from the current 32.
- The 2030 tournament will take place across three continents, with six countries hosting.
- FIFA council member Ignacio Alonso initially raised the idea in March.
- The proposal has divided opinions among FIFA's six confederations.
- Financial incentives include potential increases in TV deals and sponsorships.
- A 64-team World Cup would mean more than 30% of FIFA's 211 members would participate.
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