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International Football · Monday, July 13, 2026

FIFA considers major expansion for 2030

Gianni Infantino suggests the possibility of increasing to 64 teams at the next World Cup following the 2026 expansion.

By Editorial team
FIFA considers major expansion for 2030

FIFA president Gianni Infantino stated he could envision a new expansion of the world tournament. After increasing from 32 to 48 teams for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico, the international federation is already considering 64 nations for 2030. This evolution would symbolize a growing democratization of the global competition.