By Atoyebi Nike
World football governing body, FIFA, is considering expanding the 2030 World Cup to 64 participating nations, according to fresh reports.
The tournament, marking 100 years since the first World Cup in Uruguay in 1930, will be jointly hosted by Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay.
Insiders revealed that Argentina may be allowed to host a full group stage instead of being limited to opening matches. Uruguay and Paraguay are also expected to host one group each, in recognition of their symbolic place in football history.
The bulk of the competition nine groups would remain with Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, the primary hosts.
If approved, the move would represent another milestone for FIFA, following its earlier decision to expand the World Cup from 32 to 48 teams starting in 2026. A final decision is expected in the coming months as preparations intensify for what is being billed as the most historic World Cup in modern football.
