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CONMEBOL Chief sparks centenary speculation with 64-team World Cup reveal

ByKehinde-Hassan Afolabi

CONMEBOL president Alejandro Domínguez has publicly suggested on social media that the 2030 World Cup could feature an expanded 64-team format to honor the tournament’s centenary anniversary.

CONMEBOL president Alejandro Domínguez has signaled a landmark expansion for the 2030 World Cup, indicating that 64 nations could compete in the centenary edition.

Writing on X following the conclusion of the 2026 tournament, Domínguez shared that South America is preparing to help stage a historic 64-team competition alongside primary co-hosts Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

According to Sportbible, the proposal originated from Uruguayan FA president Ignacio Alonso and gained traction during high-level discussions involving FIFA president Gianni Infantino.

While FIFA approved 23 shortlisted venues across six host nations—including opening fixtures in Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay—the global governing body has yet to officially confirm expanding the format beyond 48 teams.

Kehinde-Hassan Afolabi is a football journalist whose deep tactical understanding of the game makes him a standout, captivating audiences across print, audio, and video. His poetic background brings a unique rhythm and depth to his work, seamlessly transforming analysis into artistry. With a knack for narration and research, he captures the drama of the game beyond tactics and statistics, making each piece of his; a compelling blend of insight and storytelling.

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