FIFA President Gianni Infantino is considering expanding the World Cup to 64 teams, with the next tournament in 2030 potentially being the first to feature the new format. The 2030 World Cup is set to be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, with the first three matches taking place in Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay to mark 100 years since the first edition of the tournament was played in Uruguay.

Expansion Plans

CONMEBOL, the governing body for South American soccer, has already proposed a 64-team World Cup for 2030 to properly celebrate the centenary. Infantino believes that every nation should be allowed to dream of participating in the World Cup, and that the quality of teams is extremely high and getting higher all over the world.

The potential expansion has sparked debate, with some arguing that the tournament is already taking too long and that players may not be in favor of more competition. However, others see the benefits of expansion, both financially and in terms of legacy.

World Cup Semifinals

The current World Cup is nearing its conclusion, with the semifinals set to take place on July 14 and 15. The final will be held on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

Original reporting: KRDO (Colorado Springs metro) — read the source article.