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.

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UEFA has warned it could boycott the World Cup if FIFA goes ahead with its proposal to create a commercial subsidiary to manage its major tournaments.

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UEFA has threatened to boycott FIFA tournaments if FIFA President Gianni Infantino proceeds with a proposal to sell a minority stake in the FIFA World Cup to private investors. During an emergency meeting, UEFA's 55 member associations unanimously rejected the plan, warning that no UEFA national team would participate in FIFA competitions unless the proposal is completely withdrawn. FIFA argues the move would unlock billions of dollars in commercial value, while UEFA says it risks the integrity and governance of world football.

UEFA Threatens FIFA Boycott Over Infantino's World Cup Investment Plan | World Football News

The European Football governing body UEFA has called an emergency meeting to discuss the recent proposal by FIFA President Gianni Infantino to launch a new subsidiary that will have a stake in the World Cup. UEFA has strongly opposed the proposal and has put a possible world cup boycott on the cards.

UEFA Holds Emergency Meeting After Infantino Defends Privatisation Plan | Wion Sports 

The changes come on the back of two incidents - Senegal players walking off the pitch vs Morocco in protest during AFCON final and Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni racially abusing Real Madrid' Vinicus Jr. with a covered mouth in a Champions League game in February earlier this year.

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Italy last hosted a major international football tournament in 1990 and many of its top stadiums were either built or refurbished for that World Cup. Most of those are now in a sorry state.

Another setback for Italian football? UEFA chief warns Euro 2032 co-hosts over stadium improvements

If found guilty of racism under UEFA's disciplinary code, the 19-year-old Argentinian could face a ban of up to 10 matches.

Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni handed provisional ban by UEFA over alleged racism incident towards Real Madrid's Vinicius

UEFA announced on Wednesday it would investigate "allegations of discriminatory behaviour" as a furore broke out, with teammates rushing to back Vinicius, who has repeatedly suffered racist abuse since joining Real in 2018.

Vinicius Jr racial abuse case: Real Madrid submit 'all available evidence' to UEFA

Real Madrid reached an agreement with UEFA (European football’s apex body) to end the dispute surrounding the league. With Real Madrid pulling out, the proposed league is now set to be dissolved, with top clubs opting for an expanded version of the Champions League.

Real Madrid pull out of controversial European Super League, reach agreement with UEFA

Bayern issued a statement late on Monday saying an official protest had been lodged with governing body UEFA about measures adopted at "short notice" by the Paris police prefecture.

Champions League: Bayern Munich lodge UEFA protest over 'unacceptable' police measures in Paris

Proposed in 2021 by 12 elite European clubs, including Real Madrid and Barcelona, the Super League project quickly collapsed due to fierce opposition from English clubs' fans and threats from UEFA and FIFA.

Real Madrid seek damages after court rejects UEFA's Super League appeal

UEFA made its ruling after Spain's La Liga agreed to move a game scheduled for late December between champions Barcelona and Villarreal to Miami, Florida.

UEFA 'reluctantly' approves European league games in US, Australia

In a decision made by UEFA, the iconic stadium in Madrid will host its second Champions League final in eight years, having done so in 2019 when Liverpool beat Tottenham Hotspur in an all-English final.

Atletico Madrid's Wanda Metropolitano to host 2027 Champions League final: UEFA

Portugal, playing for the first time since the death of their Liverpool forward Diogo Jota along with his brother Andre Silva in a car accident, took an impressive first step to the finals next year sweeping aside Armenia 5-0 in Yerevan.

UEFA 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Portugal cruise as teammates remember Diogo Costa, England unbeaten

The European football governing body confirmed the qualification format for the 24-team tournament, reserving two places for host nations who do not qualify.

Two spots reserved for hosts unable to qualify for Euro 2028, confirms UEFA

Spanish media reports suggested Real Madrid players are being scrutinised by UEFA for the manner of their celebrations after the win. Football Sports

Real Madrid players including Mbappe, Vinicius under UEFA probe for 'indecent conduct'

A22 Sports Management said it sent the proposal after discussions with various leagues, clubs and other stakeholders, revising its qualification system to base participation on annual domestic performances.



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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has apologized, stating that he did not intend to make light of self-harm after City's 3-3 draw with Feyenoord in the UEFA Champions League.

Guardiola Apologises For Self-harm Comment After Feyenoord Draw

UEFA ruled Wednesday that Kosovo had forfeited their Nations League game in Romania by leaving the pitch in stoppage time and not returning, after hearing pro-Serbia chants.

UEFA orders Kosovo to forfeit abandoned Nations League match against Romania

Germany rounded off their Nations League group stage campaign with a 1-1 draw in Hungary after a Dominik Szoboszlai penalty in the 99th minute rescued a point for the hosts, while Netherlands were held to the same scoreline by Bosnia and Hercegovina.

Nations League: Germany, Netherlands conclude group stage with draws; Wales win group B4

Before the UEFA Nations League match in Paris, pro-Palestine protests took place outside the stadium, with demonstrators voicing their opposition to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The protests highlighted the political tensions surrounding the event, as activists called for greater attention to the humanitarian crisis. Despite the demonstration, the match went ahead as scheduled, with heightened security measures in place to ensure public safety.

Scuffle Breaks Out During France-Israel Match in Paris | GRAVITAS

UEFA National League: Pro-Palestine Protests Took Place Before The Match In Paris

UEFA has appointed an ethics and disciplinary inspector to investigate Premier League referee David Coote after a video emerged of him allegedly snorting a white powder during Euro 2024.

UEFA launches investigation against Premier League referee David Coote

Lionel Messi scored his 10th international hat-trick as Argentina thrashed Bolivia 6-0 in the World Cup qualifiers, meanwhile Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal were held to a goalless draw by Scotland in the UEFA Nations League.

Messi Scores Hat-trick, Ronaldo Throws A Tantrum

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