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64 teams, six host countries: What could the 2030 World Cup look like?

Infantino has opened the door to another World Cup expansion, with Fifa vice president Alejandro Dominguez in favour of it as early as the 2030 edition - but what would a 64-team tournament actually look like?

The Independent UK

How a Wild FIFA Rule Change Could Shake Up the Premier League

The FIFA Council unanimously approved to consult a major roster change.

Sports Illustrated

Full Breakdown of Improved 2026 World Cup Prize Money

The top decision makers in world soccer are on Canada’s west coast for several meetings this week.

Sports Illustrated

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How much money does the World Cup winner receive?

The FIFA Council has approved an increase in World Cup prize money, so what's at stake for the winners of World Cup 2026?

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino Accused of Breaking Own Rules Over President Trump

An official investigation into the FIFA Peace Prize award has also been requested.

Sports Illustrated

‘This is pathetic:’ Fans react as Trump receives first ever FIFA Peace Prize

FIFA said the president had ‘championed the unifying power of football on the world stage’

The Independent UK

FIFA Defers Decision On Call To Suspend Israel

World football's governing body FIFA on Thursday gave no verdict either way on a Palestinian request to suspend Israel, but instead launched an investigation into allegations of discrimination.

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Israel faces investigations into alleged Fifa rule breaches

The Fifa Council has ordered investigations into alleged breaches of its rules by Israel.

The National (Scotland)

FIFA delays again review of Palestinian call to suspend Israel

The FIFA Council has delayed making a decision on a bid to suspend Israel from international football until October.

Al Jazeera

Benin football federation president faces legal battle over club name change

The president of the Benin football federation is facing a potential legal battle after it was claimed a club he owns circumvented a Fifa transfer ban by changing its name

The Guardian - UK

Morocco-Spain-Portugal to host 2030 World Cup, Saudi Arabia to bid for 2034

The first three games of the 2030 tournament will be held in South America to mark its 100th anniversary.

Al Jazeera

FIFA promise no other Russia teams allowed back into football as Under-17s return confirmed

World football’s governing body follows UEFA’s decision to welcome back Russia U17s

Evening Standard

Europe, Africa and South America to host games in 2030 FIFA World Cup

NEW DELHI: Morocco, Portugal and Spain were on Wednesday named joint hosts for the 2030 World Cup but games will also be played in Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay, FIFA announced.

The Times of India

USA to host revamped FIFA Club World Cup with 32 teams including Premier League giants

The FIFA Council have confirmed plans to introduce a new 32-team format for the Club World Cup that will see at least two Premier League clubs taking part in 2025

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The Times of India

United States to host expanded 32-team Club World Cup in 2025

The United States has been chosen as the host country for the Club World Cup in 2025. This will be the first time that the FIFA tournament features 32 teams, representing a significant expansion from the current format. The announcement was made during an online meeting of the FIFA Council…

The Independent UK

Debbie Hewitt hopes to help avoid situations like rainbow armband in Fifa role

Hewitt was voted in as the British vice-president on the FIFA Council at UEFA Congress, becoming the first female vice-president in FIFA’s history.

Daily Mirror

Two women make history after being elected to FIFA and UEFA top jobs

Debbie Hewitt MBE and Professor Laura McAllister CBE FLSW are no strangers to making history and breaking down barriers in football

The Independent UK

FA chair Debbie Hewitt elected as the British vice-president on the FIFA Council

Hewitt received 39 of the 55 votes from UEFA’s national associations.

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The Independent UK

FIFA criticised for plans that ‘further crowd an already overloaded calendar’

FIFA has announced plans for 48-team World Cup in 2026 and a new 32-team Club World Cup.

Liverpool Echo

FIFA confirm major Club World Cup and international fixture changes that will affect Everton and Liverpool

The FIFA Council met in advance of the 73rd FIFA Congress in Kigali, Rwanda on Tuesday afternoon

The Independent UK

Expanded 2026 World Cup to feature 48 teams and new last-32 stage

The format for the next men’s finals was approved by the Fifa Council on Tuesday

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