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FIFA Considers Expanding World Cup to 64 Teams Starting in 2030
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First reported by Mako · 3 hours ago
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FIFA is considering expanding the World Cup to 64 teams starting in 2030, following the recent increase to 48 teams. The 2030 tournament will be hosted by Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay to mark 100 years since the first World Cup.
- 01FIFA plans to expand the World Cup to 64 teams starting in 2030.
- 02The current tournament features 48 teams, up from previous editions.
- 03The 2026 World Cup was the first to include 48 teams.
- 04The 2030 World Cup will be hosted by Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay.
- 05The 2030 event marks the 100th anniversary of the first World Cup.
- 06Expansion aims to give smaller nations more participation opportunities.
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