19 October 2021, 05:05
The President of the International Football Federation (FIFA) Gianni Infantino cited the positive sides of the idea of holding the World Cup every two years. The official’s words are conveyed by ESPN.
“The advantages of the option with the World Cup every two years seem obvious to me. More competitions of the highest level, more chances to bring hope and fun to the world. When it was decided to hold the World Cup every 4 years, there were only 40 teams. There are now 211.
There is talk of hosting the World Cup in five countries at once, and if we assume that once a year there will be a men’s or women’s championship, then in 20 years the competition organizers will be able to visit 100 countries. “said Infantino.
Currently, the world championship is held every four years. In May, it was reported that the International Football Federation (FIFA) intended to consider the option of hosting the World Cup every two years, which was proposed by Saudi Arabia.
The next world championship will take place in 2022 in Qatar. Last time 32 teams will participate. At the 2026 World Cup, which will take place in the United States, Canada and Mexico, 48 teams are expected.
Formerly the European Club Association (ECA) critical FIFA’s proposal to switch to a new format for hosting the World Championships.
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