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FIFA Considers Expanding 2030 World Cup to 64 Teams to Mark Its 100th Anniversary
FIFA is considering expanding the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams to commemorate the tournament’s 100th anniversary. This proposal was introduced by Ignacio Alonso, president of the Uruguayan Football Association and a FIFA Council member, during a recent meeting.
The 2030 World Cup is already set to be unique, with Spain, Portugal, and Morocco as the main hosts, and additional matches in Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay to honor the inaugural 1930 tournament held in Uruguay.
The idea to further expand the tournament has caused different reactions. Some football figures have shown concerns, labeling the proposal as “madness,” while FIFA President Gianni Infantino acknowledged it as an interesting idea worth further analysis.
Expanding to 64 teams would present significant logistical challenges, including extending the tournament duration to at least six weeks and increasing the number of matches to 128.
This expansion could also impact qualification tournaments, potentially reducing their appeal to broadcasters and fans. Additionally, environmental concerns have been raised due to the increased travel and resources required for a larger tournament.
Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak appears to have reached the end of the road with the club.
According to reports from The Athletic’s David Ornstein, the Swedish forward has made it clear he will not play for Newcastle again, even if the transfer window closes without a move.
While the Magpies are reluctant to let the 25-year-old go, they are keeping an eye on the market as Liverpool show strong interest in securing his signature.
Just days after returning to Turkey, Victor Osimhen has been caught up in an unexpected controversy. The Bulut Mosque in Konya was briefly shown on Google Maps as “Victor Osimhen Mosque,” a change that angered many worshippers.
One local, Zeki Yaylacı, called it disrespectful, saying it was wrong to name a mosque after a non-Muslim and that it insulted both the Muslim community and their places of worship. There is no indication that Osimhen had any involvement in the incident, which appears to have been caused by inaccurate user edits on Google Maps.
Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie has shared her thoughts on being nominated for the 2025 Ballon d’Or Yacine Trophy, which honours the best women’s goalkeeper in the world. The 24-year-old has made history as the first African to earn a spot on the shortlist.
Nnadozie has had a remarkable year for both club and country. She helped her former side Paris FC lift the Coupe de France Féminine in May, making a decisive save in a tense 5-4 penalty shootout win over Paris Saint-Germain.
Since joining Brighton & Hove, she has also been instrumental in Nigeria’s victory at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, where she was named Goalkeeper of the Tournament after keeping four clean sheets in six matches.
Speaking in a video shared on the Super Falcons’ X page, Nnadozie said the recognition means a lot to her and her family, adding that it proves her hard work, consistency, and prayers have truly paid off.
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