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FIFA Proposes 64-Team World Cup, $2.5 B Revenue, Stake Sale

7/29/2026

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FIFA president Gianni Infantino proposes expanding the World Cup to 64 teams.
The expansion is projected to generate an additional $2.5 bn in broadcast revenue compared with the 32-team Qatar edition.
Spain estimates the 2030 tournament could bring €7-8 bn and create 170,000 jobs.
FIFA will sell stakes in a World Cup company to investors, with Thrive Capital leading the transaction.

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FIFA president Gianni Infantino proposes expanding the World Cup to 64 teams.
The expansion is projected to generate an additional $2.5 bn in broadcast revenue compared with the 32-team Qatar edition.
Spain estimates the 2030 tournament could bring €7-8 bn and create 170,000 jobs.
FIFA will sell stakes in a World Cup company to investors, with Thrive Capital leading the transaction.