Infantino: Itali Could Qualify with 64 Teams
SAO PAULO: Presiden Persekutuan Bolasepak Antarabangsa (FIFA), Gianni Infantino, mencetuskan perhatian apabila berseloroh bahawa Itali mungkin mampu melayakkan diri ke Piala Dunia sekiranya jumlah pasukan bertanding ditambah daripada 48 kepada 64 pasukan pada edisi 2030. Jenaka itu dibuat ketika beliau ditanya mengenai cadangan memperluaskan lagi saingan Piala Dunia selepas kejohanan 2026 menjadi edisi pertama yang menampilkan 48 pasukan. "Kami sudah mengadakan perbincangan m
FIFA President Gianni Infantino humorously suggested that Italy might have qualified for the World Cup if the number of participating teams was increased from 48 to 64 for the 2030 edition. This remark was made in response to questions about expanding the World Cup format. Infantino mentioned that discussions about a 64-team format have already taken place and were presented to the FIFA Council. He joked that Italy, a four-time World Cup winner, has struggled to qualify for recent tournaments, including the 2018, 2022, and upcoming 2026 editions. The proposal to expand to 64 teams for 2030 is being promoted by CONMEBOL President Alejandro Dominguez. However, Infantino stressed that FIFA must first evaluate the effectiveness of the 48-team format before making further decisions. Italy's Sports Minister expressed surprise and sought clarification from Infantino.
This statement by the FIFA President highlights ongoing discussions about the World Cup format and indirectly addresses Italy's recent struggles in international football, sparking debate among fans and officials.
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