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/ 7 days agoFIFA to review another World Cup expansion, with 64-team format under consideration for 2030
Despite the growing doubts surrounding the expansion to 48 teams, the 2026 World Cup has been competitive, thrilling fans around the world. However, FIFA president Gianni Infantino revealed that they are already considering a possible expansion to 64 national teams for the 2030 edition.

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/ 10 days agoCollina details the controversial plays in Argentina’s victory over Egypt as he claims referees are independent from Infantino
Pierluigi Collina shared his opinion on the controversial plays of the match between Argentina and Egypt.

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/ 13 days agoGianni Infantino clarifies FIFA’s stance on controversial Folarin Balogun red card case after suspension drama rocks 2026 World Cup
As debate continues over the United States' striker and the events leading up to the Round of 16, soccer fans are still waiting to understand exactly how FIFA has responded to claims surrounding outside influence and one of the tournament's most disputed disciplinary decisions.

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/ 17 days agoGianni Infantino learns UEFA’s stance on FIFA’s strict red-card rule for covering mouth after two 2026 World Cup episodes
With the World Cup in full swing, all eyes are shifting toward UEFA to see if European soccer's governing body will implement this exact same approach.

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/ 27 days agoFIFA’s plans for another 64-team World Cup expansion takes dramatic twist as Gianni Infantino’s reported stance emerges
With Gianni Infantino once again at the center of discussions, uncertainty continues to surround whether soccer's biggest competition could grow even further after its historic expansion to 48 teams in 2026.

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/ 44 days ago2026 World Cup atmosphere could change forever after FIFA’s unprecedented stadium decision on iconic vuvuzelas and plastic water bottles
Just days before kickoff, FIFA has introduced a controversial stadium policy that is already generating strong reactions from supporters around the world.

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/ 44 days agoFIFA President Gianni Infantino announces new national anthem protocol for 2026 World Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed a shakeup for the 2026 World Cup, revealing a new pre-match protocol for the singing of national anthems.

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/ 46 days agoGianni Infantino oversees biggest commercial event as FIFA set for historic financial windfall from expanded 2026 World Cup
Behind the growing excitement, the figures tied to FIFA’s next cycle are becoming just as attention-grabbing as the tournament itself, pointing toward a commercial explosion built around expansion and global demand.

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/ 48 days agoInfantino’s FIFA approves new rule changes for 2026 World Cup, expanding VAR powers and penalizing players for covering their mouths
Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Gianni Infantino's FIFA has approved a new bundle of rules, such as the expansion of the VAR powers and the penalization of players for covering their mouths during confrontations.

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/ 55 days agoInfantino’s FIFA confirms Iran’s 2026 World Cup base camp move to Mexico alongside six other nations
Gianni Infantino's FIFA has officially approved the relocation of Iran's 2026 World Cup base camp, clearing the way for the team to move its headquarters from the United States to Mexico alongside six other participating nations.

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/ 60 days agoCristiano Ronaldo’s record-breaking sixth World Cup selection hailed by FIFA President Gianni Infantino
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has spoken out regarding Cristiano Ronaldo's inclusion in the squad for the 2026 World Cup, where he is set to break the record for the most tournament appearances in soccer history.

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/ 66 days agoGianni Infantino put in awkward position as Real Madrid president Florentino Perez dramatically changes stance on FIFA Club World Cup just 11 months later
The timing of his latest comments has raised eyebrows across soccer because they sharply contrast with the enthusiasm he previously showed toward FIFA’s expanded tournament project.

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/ 71 days agoFIFA president Gianni Infantino faces new 2026 World Cup crisis as Iran agrees to participate only if seven demands are met
While Gianni Infantino remains focused on presenting the competition as a global celebration, Iran’s football federation (FFIRI) has officially confirmed that the national team will participate in the tournament only under a series of specific conditions.

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/ 73 days agoFIFA president Gianni Infantino’s 2026 World Cup narrative hits major obstacle as Donald Trump slams ticket prices: ‘I wouldn’t pay it’
The relationship between Gianni Infantino and Donald Trump has often appeared aligned in the build-up to the 2026 World Cup, but a new disagreement has suddenly shifted the conversation surrounding the tournament.

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/ 74 days agoInfantino’s sarcastic comment about 2026 World Cup ticket prices: ‘I’ll bring him a hot dog and a Coke’
Gianni Infantino left a sarcastic comment about the 2026 World Cup ticket prices that wasn't applauded by fans.