FIFA Considers 64-Team World Cup for 2030

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is currently examining a proposal to expand the 2030 FIFA World Cup to include 64 teams. This potential expansion would add 16 nations to the tournament, increasing the total number of participating countries from the current 48. The proposal is under consideration by the international football governing body, with a decision expected in the near future.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, scheduled to be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is already set to feature an expanded format of 48 teams. This marks a significant increase from the 32 teams that participated in previous tournaments. The discussion around a further expansion for the 2030 edition suggests a trend towards larger global football events.

Details regarding the specific criteria for selecting the additional 16 teams, should the proposal be approved, have not yet been fully disclosed. FIFA has not yet released a timeline for when a final decision on the 64-team format for the 2030 World Cup will be made. The organization is expected to conduct thorough evaluations before committing to such a significant change in tournament structure.