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FIFA plans decision on 64-team World Cup expansion by August 14

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 2:52 AM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

FIFA plans decision on 64-team World Cup expansion by August 14

Summary

FIFA is moving forward with plans to expand the men's World Cup to 64 teams, aiming for a decision by August 14. This follows the 2026 World Cup, the first to feature 48 nations. FIFA is conducting a consultation process and an independent agency is set to evaluate the impact of the proposed expansion on the tournament. Criticism persists regarding FIFA's plans to privatize the World Cup, which may further divide member federations.

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By the Numbers

•FIFA targets a decision on 64-team expansion by August 14.
•The 2026 World Cup was the first with 48 participating teams.
•An independent agency will study the impact of increasing teams.
•FIFA faces backlash over plans to privatize the World Cup.
•Concerns remain on how expansion will affect tournament quality.

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2:52 AMYahoo Sports — FIFA plan two-week deadline to decide on major change to World Cup competition

What they're saying

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Despite pushback on FIFA’s private investment plan, the organisation is already pushing for another drastic change to the World Cup in two weeks. Soccer fans aren’t being allowed to catch their breath after the 2026 World Cup, with FIFA trying to make wholesale changes to the competition.
— Yahoo Sports

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