DOHA • A "majority" of football federations support increasing the number of teams playing at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar from 32 to 48, Fifa president Gianni Infantino said in Doha on Thursday.
Speaking at a press conference after a three-day Fifa summit, which was attended by more than 70 federations, he revealed that the plan enjoyed widespread backing from different associations, but admitted there were doubts about its "feasibility".
"We will see," Infantino said. "So far, of course the majority is in favour because 16 more teams can participate, not only means 16 more countries with World Cup fever, but also 50 or 60 more countries being able to dream."
A decision will be made in March at Fifa's next council meeting, after a feasibility study is completed.
The world football governing body has backed a 48-team tournament to become the norm from 2026, when the World Cup takes place in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
But, with the 2022 host "open" to the idea of a 48-team tournament, Infantino is considering implementing the changes earlier.
He said: "Of course, the first partner with whom we are speaking to is the Qataris, the Qatar federation, the Qatari authorities."
However, any decision to extend the showpiece event would be beset by logistical and political problems.
The first World Cup to be held in the Middle East will take place over 28 days, not the usual 32 and, according to Infantino, the length of the tournament is set in stone.
Since the number of days cannot be changed, one option would be to host games across the region.
Yet that possibility seems remote as Qatar is at the centre of the worst diplomatic crisis to hit the Persian Gulf in years.
Since June last year, the country has been politically and economically isolated by its neighbours, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain.
They have accused Qatar of supporting terrorism and being too close to Iran.
Doha has denied the charges, claiming its former allies are seeking to instigate a regime change and Infantino is well aware the embargo could prove problematic.
"Of course I am not that naive, not to know, not to read the news about what is going on. But we are in football, we are not in politics," he added.
AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE
Chelsea's Callum Hudson-Odoi is courting interest from Barcelona, Real Madrid, Juventus and Villareal. The 17-year-old attacker is one of England's best players in his age group and has made four appearances for Antonio Conte's side this season.
Bayern Munich eye Nice star Youcef Atal - Read Bundesliga
Barcelona Give Fresh Hope To La Liga Rivals After Bilbao
Singapore Football Young Lions beaten but impress new coach STREAK ENDS: Hougang United's (in green) win over the Courts Young Lions (in red), is their first since May 2013.
Success was no stranger to him from the outset of his 16-season career with the Spurs, as Ginobili captured four NBA titles and posted a career winning percentage of .721 (762-295) -- the best in
Driven To Succeed - kendalnetmaker.com
Espanyol's Wu Lei became the first Chinese player to score in La Liga on Saturday as his goal helped his team to a 3-1 win over Real Valladolid. Wu, who was named the Chinese Super League's
Wu Lei makes history for China in La Liga | Aaj News
SINGAPORE PREMIER LEAGUE. Home United v Young Lions. Bishan Stadium, 5.30pm. They had a taste of blood, and now the Young Lions want more. Tipped by many to struggle in the Singapore Premier League (SPL) this season, Fandi Ahmad's charges pulled off a massive upset last week when they beat a Hougang United team boasting several senior national players 2-1.
John Cena reveals another shock new look - and WWE fans love
sportsloveme.com/wwe/john-cena-reveals-another-shock-new-look-and-wwe-fans-love-it/
What can be decided this weekend? English football permutations on a pivotal week; Tony Bellew picks best Premier League team with no Liverpool players; Match Of The Week: Home United's interim coach Noh Rahman is not resting on his laurels
Firmino Suffers Harm After Liverpool's 5-Objective Rout
Sometimes, it seems that everything goes wrong, despite our best efforts to make things right. We can do everything in our power to make something work, but life might have different plans. Many of us feel as though we have no control over our lives, and while that might hold some truth to some
Arsenal boss Emery fined £8,000 for kicking water bottle towards Brighton fan but escapes touchline ban Spaniard admitted an improper conduct charge from the FA as the Gunners dropped points at
Emery fined for kicking bottle at Brighton fan - goal.com
If you've ever lived away from home or embarked on a long journey, I'm sure you too have felt these 17 things that change forever when you live abroad. 1. Adrenalin becomes part of your life. From the moment you decide to move abroad, your life turns into a powerful mix of emotions - learning, improvising, dealing with the unexpected…
Why You Should Take the Leap and Try Living Abroad
Makeshift Barca side beaten at Celta and lose Dembele to injury Makeshift Barca side beaten at Celta and lose Dembele to injury . Source how Anas' documentary helped and hurt Ghana football.
Makeshift Barca Side Beaten At Celta And Lose Dembele To Injury
Jahanbakhsh on target as Iran ease past Oman into last eight Reuters - Three-times champions Iran came through an early scare before marching confidently into the Asian Cup quarter-finals for the 13th time in 14 attempts with a 2-0 victory over a spirited Oman team on Sunday.
Jahanbakhsh on target as Iran ease past Oman into last eight
LONDON: Brendan Rodgers took a signficant step closer to a return to managing in the Premier League as Celtic "very reluctantly" granted him permission to talk to Leicester City. The 46-year
Leicester City: Brendan Rodgers makes his return to the
Football: MP & Silva's Singapore office in provisional liquidation following London HQ's insolvency. seeking a High Court order to appoint it as provisional liquidator in order to prevent a
Asier Arsuaga :: Txokolarte
ANTONIO CONTE has been appointed as the new Inter Milan boss. The former Chelsea manager replaces Luciano Spalletti after he was axed on Thursday despite delivering Champions League football with
Antonio Conte - Wikipedia
The home of Saudi Arabia Football on BBC Sport online. Includes the latest news stories, results, fixtures, video and audio.
China dreaming of Asian and World Cup double, says official
watch champions league live streaming jamaica
watch soccer world cup live streaming
watch uefa champions league quarter final draw live streaming
watch coppa america live streaming twitch
watch champions league soccer live streaming
watch soccer online free streaming live no registration
watch the premier league live stream
watch coppa america live streaming live free
watch the champions league live stream
watch live english premier league online free streaming
watch coppa america live streaming bola
watch coppa america live streaming mexico
watch soccer live football streaming - ronaldo7.net
watch coppa america live streaming world
watch champions league live streaming xfinity
watch soccer live streaming qatar vs philippines
watch champions league live streaming now tv
watch soccer aid live stream
watch champions league live streaming live free
watch coppa america live streaming ronaldo 7
watch soccer live streaming xbox one
watch iceland soccer live stream
www.watch premier league live stream.com
watch coppa america live streaming sctv
how to watch premier league live streaming
watch soccer online free streaming live uk
watch coppa america live streaming quality
watch uefa champions league live streaming free online youtube
watch premier league net live manchester united stream channel
watch champions league live streaming mobile
watch champions league live streaming live
watch soccer live streaming zee tv
watch tamil nadu premier league live streaming
watch coppa america live streaming cricfree
watch premier league live streaming juventus
watch premier league live streaming xbox one
watch coppa america live streaming in india
how to watch soccer live streaming free
watch afghanistan premier league live stream
watch live streaming soccer online espn3
watch coppa america live streaming hd free
watch soccer online free streaming live liverpool
watch uefa champions league draw live streaming youtube
watch coppa america live streaming reddit
watch coppa america live streaming australia
watch coppa america live streaming qatar
watch soccer am online live streaming
watch coppa america live streaming ufc
watch coppa america live streaming totalsportek
watch champions league live streaming now free
soccer tv live football streaming reddit
watch premier league live streaming vf
watch coppa america live streaming uk
watch bangladesh premier league live streaming online free
watch coppa america live streaming hd
watch champions league semi final draw live stream
watch coppa america live streaming eng
watch real madrid vs juventus live streaming of champions league
watch soccer online free streaming live in english
watch coppa america live streaming vf
watch soccer aid live stream online
watch premier league live streaming online - soccer portal
watch soccer game live espn
watch soccer live - live football streaming
watch coppa america live streaming video
watch champions league soccer live streaming
watch champions league live streaming malaysia
watch premier league live streaming online
watch champions league live streaming now
watch sky sports premier league live stream
watch champions league live streaming bein sport
watch live streaming soccer world cup
soccer tv live football streaming gratuit
watch coppa america live streaming pc
watch soccer live streaming hd
watch soccer online free streaming live p2p
watch champions league live streaming pc
watch champions league draw live streaming
watch premier league live streaming live free
soccer tv live net stream
watch premier league net live stream channel
watch soccer live streaming xbox
watch coppa america live streaming crictime
watch coppa america live streaming online
watch soccer live live football streaming cr7
watch premier league matches live streaming
watch soccer games live stream free
watch live premier league football streaming online for free iraqgoals
watch soccer games live stream free app
watch coppa america live streaming putlockers
watch coppa america live streaming barcelona
watch soccer online free streaming live first row
watch us soccer live stream
watch soccer saturday live stream
watch champions league simulcast live stream
watch indian premier league live streaming
where to watch champions league live streaming
free watch champions league live streaming
soccer tv live football streaming garuda select
watch premier league live streaming juventus vs manchester united
watch soccer online free streaming live app
watch champions league live streaming xbox
watch soccer live stream links
watch coppa america live streaming bein sport
watch soccer live streaming juventus
watch soccer live streaming zimbabwe
watch soccer online free live streaming hd
watch english premier league live streaming online
watch premier league live stream hd
watch champions league final live streaming online
watch coppa america live streaming zee5
watch champions league live streaming eng
watch champions league live streaming kenya
#arsenalfantv #chocolate #manchestercity #frasitrap #meunier #bayernmunich #footballmemes #winner #oasisofficial #boxing #manchestercity #commento #hoffenhiem #comico #Barcelona #uefanationsleague #zinedinezidane #MyDubai #arsenal #sunderlandafc #nationsleague #PartyTime #soccermemes #risate #conference #manchestercity #premierleague #cristianoronaldo #Sunday #midnight #arsenalnews #knuckleball #watchlive #ucl #4Series #romania #americanfootball #leomessi #freekicks #Liverpool #liverpool #villarealcf #oasisengland #comics #coffeebreak #cappucino #jadwalbolahariini #commentimemorabili #serieatim #cristiano #golazo #londoncity #oudmehta #Vip45 #sixtimes #bundesliga #crossfit #myfootballuniverse #fcbarcelona #panini #adidasslipon #manchesterunited
0 Kommentare:
Kommentar veröffentlichen