# World Cup Could Grow to 64 Teams | Global News

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Published: 2026-07-13T11:40:10+00:00
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Fifa is eyeing a massive World Cup expansion to 64 teams after 2026, building on the planned jump to 48 teams — a move championed by president Gianni Infantino as a way to include more nations and boost global football. He points to Africa’s stellar performance in recent tournaments as proof that more teams can thrive. But critics, including Uefa’s president, warn it could dilute the tournament’s quality and strain logistics — especially with the 2030 World Cup already split across multiple countries. The U.S. has signaled it could host such a scaled-up event, while Fifa remains open to proposals from member nations. The debate centers on inclusivity and revenue, but practical hurdles loom large — could nearly a third of all FIFA nations really compete? Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0311b43d591f0aea

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