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Gianni Infantino opens door to 64-team World Cup

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has raised the possibility of expanding the World Cup to 64 teams.

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The brief

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has indicated that the organization will consider expanding the World Cup to include 64 teams. This discussion will take place after the 2026 edition of the tournament.

Coverage from Reuters, FOX Sports, The New York Times, ESPN Singapore, and BBC News all report that Infantino has opened the door to this potential expansion. The focus is on the possibility of examining this change before the 2030 tournament.

The next steps involve FIFA's examination of the feasibility and implications of a 64-team World Cup. Coverage does not yet specify what factors will be considered in this examination.

Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 1h ago.

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What is the current size of the World Cup?

The current size of the World Cup is not specified in the coverage.

When will the decision on the 64-team World Cup be made?

The decision timeline is not specified in the coverage.

What are the potential benefits of expanding the World Cup to 64 teams?

The potential benefits are not specified in the coverage.

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