Infantino: 64 team World Cup will be 'looked at' FIFA President Gianni Infantino has proposed expanding the men's World Cup to 64 teams. This move has sparked debate about its potential consequences for the sport.
From a superficial perspective, Infantino's vision seems appealing. Every nation should indeed have the opportunity to compete in the world's largest football event.
However, examining the implications more closely reveals that this expansion could have far reaching effects on the sport's infrastructure, finances, and competitiveness.