Zurich, Aug. 22 -- FIFA president Gianni Infantino explored plans with private investors to form a 211-nation under-15 FIFA World Cup inspired by baseball's Little League, with the opening fixture between Israel and Palestine, before the idea was shelved ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, reported Goal.com.

The FIFA president had held talks with private investors to bring the tournament to life, with opening and closing ceremonies taking place at a Disney theme park. Despite the extensive planning and talks, the project was shelved before the 2026 FIFA WC, as per a report from The Athletic quoted by Goal.com.

A full-fledged proposal for the tournament was drawn up by ex-Mexican Football Federation commissioner Juan Carlos Rodriguez, back...