India, July 13 -- In a major claim, FIFA president Gianni Infantino revealed that the World Cup could expand to a 64-team format. The ongoing 2026 World Cup has been expanded to 48 teams for the first time. Initially, the decision was heavily criticised, with many feeling that it would be way too easy for strong nations.

But the World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the USA has proved critics wrong, with teams like Cape Verde and DR Congo punching above their weight.

Speaking to Swiss television outlet Blue Sport, Infantino said, "These are all issues that we will be examining after the World Cup."

Without giving a clear explanation, he continued, "I think it is important that when you want to organise a World Cup, you do it for the whole wo...