South American football president Alejandro Domínguez has proposed expanding the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams to mark the tournament's 100th anniversary. The centenary edition of the tournament will be hosted jointly by Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay, with special celebrations planned to commemorate the milestone.
Domínguez believes the expanded format would allow more nations to participate and enhance the global appeal of the event. The proposal aligns with ongoing discussions about the future structure of the World Cup, though final decisions will require approval from FIFA.
Sources: https://www.dpa-international.com/sports/urn:newsml:dpa.com:20090101:260721-99-117229/