FIFA to expand Women’s World Cup to 48 teams in 2031 in the US
May 12 – Following the expansion of the FIFA men’s World Cup to 48 teams, the FIFA Council has unanimously approved plans to increase the Women’s World Cup (WWC) to the same number of participating countries.
The expansion will take place at the 2031 edition, which is expected to be hosted by the United States should they win what looks like an uncontested bid for hosting rights.
The 48-team FIFA Women’s World Cup will adopt a 12-group format,
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