Key Takeaways
- FIFA is examining the feasibility of expanding the World Cup from 48 to 64 teams for the 2030 edition.
- The study aims to assess potential benefits and drawbacks, including market saturation and operational complexity.
- A decision on selecting an independent agency will be made on August 14.
FIFA is currently studying the impact of expanding the World Cup from its current format of 48 teams to include 64 teams for the 2030 edition, according to a document seen by Reuters.
This expansion was proposed by South American confederation CONMEBOL as part of their plan to host the centennial celebration of the tournament in 2030. The move aims to increase participation from more countries.
The study is being conducted to determine whether such an expansion can strengthen the World Cup or if it might lead to issues like competition dilution and market saturation, which could affect its overall value.
