Toronto Tempo W 83:109 Las Vegas Aces W 
Cangrejeros 95:107 Criollos de Caguas 
Sampaio W 61:46 Cerrado W 
Golden State Valkyries W 82:90 Washington Mystics W 
Seattle Storm W 102:105 Minnesota Lynx W 
Basilan Steel 93:86 Sarangani Marlins 
Meralco Bolts 113:106 Blackwater Bossing 
Manila Batang Quiapo 48:55 Rizal Golden Coolers 
Andorra U18 6:5 Kosovo U18 
There’s one thing we’ve learned from Gianni Infantino’s time as FIFA’s leader: he loves making things bigger. The World Cup is already growing from 32 to 48 teams for 2026, but now there’s talk about adding even more countries. Some insiders say a 64-team tournament could be the next step.
Why Adding More Teams Matters
Infantino has always believed that including more nations helps grow soccer around the world. A bigger World Cup means more fans, more games, and more excitement. But it also raises big questions about how the tournament would work.
- More teams would mean more matches, which could stretch the schedule to over a month.
- Hosting costs would skyrocket, with more stadiums, security, and travel needed.
- Some top players might complain about playing too many games in a single summer.
Critics worry that quality could drop if weaker teams qualify. But supporters argue that underdogs make the tournament more fun to watch.
The Financial Side of a 64-Team World Cup
Money is a huge reason this idea is even being considered. More teams means more broadcast deals, ticket sales, and sponsorship money. FIFA loves that. But there are risks too.
Infantino has always pushed for commercial growth. A 64-team event would likely bring in billions of dollars. However, smaller countries might struggle to afford hosting the extra games. The 2026 hosts (USA, Canada, Mexico) would have to decide if they can handle the load.
What Fans and Players Think
Soccer fans are split on the idea. Some love the thought of seeing their national team on the biggest stage. Others worry that a massive tournament would lose its magic.
Top players, already exhausted from busy seasons, might push back. Leagues like the Premier League could object to their stars playing more international matches. Still, Infantino has a history of getting his way when it comes to expanding events.
The Future of the World Cup Is Uncertain
No official decision has been made yet. But with Infantino in charge, anything is possible. A 64-team World Cup would change soccer forever, bringing in new fans and new challenges. For now, we’ll have to wait and see if this bold plan becomes reality or stays just a rumor.