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FIFA to examine 64-team World Cup for 2030

Published Sunday, July 12, 2026 · Updated July 12

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  • World Cup Expansion Rationale — 1 source

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FIFA is considering expanding the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, building on the current 48-team format introduced for the 2026 edition. This potential expansion is driven by a desire for greater global inclusivity and recognition of the improving quality of national teams worldwide, especially from Africa.

What We Know — Key Points

  • FIFA is examining the possibility of expanding the 2030 World Cup to include 64 teams.
  • The World Cup finals had 32 teams from 1998 through 2022, with the 2026 edition being the first to feature 48 teams.
  • The rationale for expansion includes global inclusivity and the rising quality of teams from all continents, particularly Africa.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

World Cup Expansion Rationale
  • Al Jazeera English

    Al Jazeera highlights FIFA's rationale for expanding the World Cup, emphasizing global inclusivity and the rising quality of teams from all continents, particularly Africa, as FIFA examines a potential 64-team World Cup for 2030.

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