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UEFA and FIFA Expand Club World Cup to 48 Teams

2/18/2026

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  • Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) and Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) plan to expand the Club World Cup to 48 teams for the 2029 edition, aiming to include more top European clubs.
  • The move signals improved relations between Ceferin and Infantino.
  • Real Madrid's proposal for a biennial event faced resistance.
  • The next Club World Cup is set for summer 2029, with Spain and Morocco as potential hosts.