Infantino defends plan to expand World Cup to 64 teams

The International Football Federation "FIFA" is considering expanding the number of participants in the World Cup to 64 teams starting from the 2030 edition, after the 48-team system was established for the 2026 tournament. This move is part of an effort to promote inclusivity in the competition and to develop football in underrepresented continents. It is expected that the new format will feature 128 matches, with a system consisting of 16 groups of 4 teams each, with the group winners advancing to the knockout stages. This expansion is seen as an opportunity to strengthen national dreams and involve more teams, despite opposition from some European leaders who believe that increasing the number of participants could negatively impact the quality of matches and undermine competitiveness.

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