Africa-Press – Eritrea. As the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup prepares to kick off with an exciting clash between Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami and Egyptian giants Al-Ahly, discussions are already underway regarding the tournament’s future.
The competition, set to feature 32 teams this year, marks a significant step in FIFA’s plan to elevate club football on the global stage.
According to The Guardian, FIFA President Gianni Infantino is exploring the possibility of expanding the Club World Cup to 48 teams by 2029. This potential change mirrors the recent expansion of the FIFA World Cup of Nations and would significantly increase the tournament’s scale and reach. The move is contingent on the success of the 2025 edition, which will serve as a trial run for FIFA’s broader ambitions.
FIFA believes that increasing the number of participating clubs could enhance global representation and commercial appeal. However, such an expansion could also raise concerns about player fatigue and fixture congestion. For now, all eyes remain on the inaugural expanded edition in 2025, which may set the tone for the tournament’s evolution in the years to come.
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