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Leaked docs show FIFA’s World Cup expansion plan
Recent documents have revealed that FIFA (the International Federation of Football Associations) is considering expanding the men's World Cup from 48 to 64 teams, starting with the 2030 tournament. A final date has been set for submitting proposals: August 7, 2023. This move comes amidst growing pressure and criticism regarding plans to attract private investments to manage the tournament. There are concerns that expansion could lead to larger and more frequent tournaments aimed at generating greater profits, at the expense of risks related to commercial saturation, dilution of value, and impacts on the schedule and the football economy. An independent agency will assess the suitability and potential effects of the expansion, with the goal of making a strategic decision that balances the benefits of broader global participation against possible risks.
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