New Delhi, Oct. 9 -- FIFA President Gianni Infantino has sparked discussion by suggesting that future World Cups and Club World Cups could move away from traditional summer scheduling, urging football to "keep an open mind" about hosting major tournaments in winter.

With the 2034 World Cup set for Saudi Arabia, likely in winter like Qatar 2022, Infantino's comments signal a potential reshaping of football's global calendar. Speaking at the European Football Clubs (EFC) general assembly in Rome, he emphasized the need for flexibility to optimize scheduling and address logistical challenges.

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