FIFA is reportedly evaluating a major expansion of the Men's FIFA World Cup, increasing the tournament from 48 teams to 64 teams for the 2030 edition. The proposal has already sparked widespread debate across the global football community.

According to reports, FIFA has launched a fast-track consultation and commissioned an impact assessment covering tournament revenue, sponsorship, broadcasting rights, ticket sales, player welfare, scheduling, and the international football calendar.

The 2030 FIFA World Cup will be primarily hosted by Morocco, Portugal, and Spain, with centenary opening matches scheduled in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. Expanding to 64 teams could allow South American host nations to stage full group-stage matches instead of only ceremonial opening fixtures.

FIFA Plans 64-Team World Cup By 2030? |Expansion Proposal Sparks Global Backlash & Governance Debate

Germany lose on penalties to Paraguay after a 1-1 draw in their FIFA World Cup 2026 last-32 match. Germany were ranked number 10 in the world by the game’s governing body, FIFA, entering the tournament, while Paraguay were ranked 41st. The German defeat is potentially the greatest upset in World Cup football, but is surely the biggest at the knockout stage.


FIFA World Cup 2026: Paraguay stun Germany in World Cup shocker to reach last 16

The dream has ended in heartbreak for Türkiye. In a shocking turn of events at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Türkiye has been officially eliminated from the tournament following a devastating 1-0 defeat to Paraguay in their Group D clash at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium.


FIFA World Cup 2026: Turkiye Eliminated After Paraguay Defeat 

Paraguay has introduced a new “investor pass” programme that allows foreign nationals, including Indians, to apply for permanent residency through investments in sectors such as tourism, real estate, business and the stock market.

The move is aimed at attracting foreign capital and boosting economic growth, while also opening a new pathway for residency in South America. On #Gravitas, we explain how the scheme works, the investment requirements involved, and why Paraguay is emerging as an attractive destination for global investors and migrants.

How Indians Can Become Permanent Residents in Paraguay

In Paraguay, Beethoven’s iconic “Ode to Joy” takes on a powerful new cultural dimension as it resonates in the Guarani language, blending classical European music with indigenous South American heritage. 

Paraguay: Beethoven's 'Ode to Joy' Echoes in Guarani

Santiago Pena received a grand welcome in Taiwan with a 21-gun salute and full military honours as Paraguay reaffirmed its close diplomatic ties with Taipei. Paraguay remains Taiwan’s only official ally in South America, making the visit highly significant amid growing pressure from China on countries recognising Taiwan. Taiwanese leader Lai Ching-te said both nations remain committed to democracy and shared values.


Paraguay President Visits Taiwan, Reaffirms Strategic Alliance With Full State Honours 

President Pnea was accorded a ceremonial welcome with a 21-gun salute and full military honors during an official state event. The grand reception highlighted diplomatic ties and formal protocol, with senior officials and military personnel participating in the ceremony. Such honors are typically reserved for visiting heads of state and mark the importance of bilateral relations and strategic cooperation.

President Pnea Welcomed with 21-Gun Salute, Full Military Honors

Police responded by firing rubber bullets and tear gas into the stands, forcing hundreds of spectators to flee onto the pitch, television footage of the incident showed, with smoke engulfing portions of the stands.

50 injured, 60 arrested for riots leading to suspension of football match in Paraguay

One of Peru’s most wanted criminals, Erick Moreno Hernandez, has been arrested in Paraguay after a prolonged manhunt. Known for his involvement in major organized crime operations, his capture marks a major breakthrough in regional law enforcement collaboration. Authorities are now working on extradition procedures. Here’s everything we know about the arrest and what happens next.

Notorious Peruvian criminal Erick Moreno Hernandez arrested in Paraguay

The Paraguay river hit a record low this month due to drought upstream in brazil. The sharp decline in water levels is fueling a conflict between the country's fishers and rice farmers over water use. The national meteorology directorate expects the river to remain low until year-end.

Fishermen & Rice Farmers Clash Over Water as Paraguay River Dries Up

According to a paper purportedly from the US embassy in Paraguay, Washington is attempting to limit China's growing diplomatic presence in the nation by detailing measures to influence President Santiago Pena and combat "strategic corruption."

US tries to counter Beijing's presence in Paraguay

With over 96 percent of the votes counted, economist Santiago Pena of the right-wing Colorado party emerged victorious in Paraguay's presidential elections. The race to victory was close for Pena, who won with a 16-point advantage over his center-left rival Efrain Alegre.

Paraguay Polls: Race to victory a narrow cut for Pena

A pro-Taiwan candidate of Paraguay's right-wing party Colorado party, Santiago Pena, sealed the victory in the presidential elections on Sunday. He defeated rival Efrain Alegre by a significant margin.

Morning brief: Pro-Taiwan candidate Pena wins Paraguay polls, 18 killed in Mexico bus crash, & more

Santiago Pena of Paraguay's long-ruling Colorado party secured a decisive victory in the nation's presidential vote on Sunday. The 44-year-old garnered 42.93% of the vote, leading his centre-left opponent Efrain Alegre, who received just 27.

Pro-Taiwan candidate Santiago Pena wins Paraguay's presidential polls

The election may have an impact on Paraguay's relations with Taiwan in the future. Voters are choosing a president they think will address entrenched corruption, rising crime, and economic disparity. In the tightest election in many years, a center-left combination seeks to overthrow the conservative Colorado Party's nearly unbroken seven-decade control.

Paraguay's Taiwan ties at stake in Presidential elections

A massive fire broke out at the headquarters of Paraguay's national electoral body on Thursday (September 29), news agency Reuters reported. Immediately after the incident, firefighters and other emergency services rushed to the scene as a huge cloud of smoke came out of the Superior Court of Electoral Justice (TSJE) in the capital of Asuncion.

Paraguay: Firefighters extinguish fire at headquarters of national electoral body

With a renewed focus on South America, External Affairs Minister (EAM) Dr S Jaishankar will travel to three key countries in the region—Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay later this month.

Jaishankar to travel to Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay; inaugurate Indian mission in capital Asuncion

Heavy rains have wreaked havoc in the South-American country, Paraguay. Visuals coming from the capital city Asuncion show cars completely submerged.

Streets turn into rivers after heavy rains hit Paraguay

Paraguayan emergency forces battled an inferno as a huge forest fire raged through a small town Villeta.

Fire rages through Villeta in Paraguay

A historic drought is threatening power supplies in Brazil and Paraguay. Hydroelectric power plants are being shut as reservoirs sink to a record low. The region is battling its worst drought in 90 years.

Drought threatens power supplies in Brazil, Paraguay

Taiwan has built thousands of homes for the poor in Paraguay, upgraded the country’s health care system, awarded hundreds of scholarships and even helped fund the futuristic Congress building in the capital, spending generously over decades to nurture their diplomatic ties.

Paraguay's Covid crisis gives China diplomatic opening

India's Ministry of external affairs has dismissed media reports quoting Taiwan Foreign Minister Joseph Wu that Taipei's intervention led to Paraguay getting vaccines from India.

No third party involved, says India on sending vaccines to Paraguay

Taiwan has praised India for helping Paraguay to get COVID-19 vaccines despite Chinese pressure. Last month India had gifted 100,000 doses of its indigenous vaccine to Paraguay.

Taiwan praises India for helping Paraguay amid Chinese pressure

China has weaponised Wuhan virus vaccines. Reports say Beijing enticed Paraguay into severing ties with Taiwan in exchange for millions of doses of Chinese Vaccines. Guess who came to Paraguay's rescue? India.

Gravitas: How India helped Paraguay get life-saving vaccines

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