New faces, gulfs in class and flawed drama: how 48 teams changed the World Cup

The first 48-team World Cup had its positives and negatives – do we need to brace for a 64-team future? It was less than 12 months after Gianni Infantino succeeded Sepp Blatter as president that Fifa announced the expansion of the men’s World Cup from 32 to 48 teams. The reaction was mixed. Diego Maradona said he was “delighted by Gianni’s initiative” because it allowed each country to dream of reaching the tournament, renewing their passion for football. Joachim Löw, then in charge of world ...

By Billy Munday

Trump shares new edit of World Cup trophy ceremony that removes his awkward moment

President Trump cut out the moment when FIFA President Gianni Infantino appear to usher him off stage as Spain celebrated

By Owen Scott

2026 FIFA World Cup Best XI, Team of the Tournament unveiled: Full list of players

FIFA releases its annual Team of the Tournament for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Ronaldo misses out as FIFA unveils World Cup Best XI

Spain leads with three players in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Best XI, as Ronaldo misses out. See the full team featuring Messi, Mbappé, and Haaland. Read More: https://punchng.com/ronaldo-misses-out-as-fifa-unveils-world-cup-best-xi/

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Cape Verde’s Vozinha makes list as FIFA unveils World Cup 2026 Best XI

FIFA has unveiled its official 2026 FIFA World Cup Team of the Tournament, with newly crowned champions Spain providing the highest number of players in the star-studded XI. The post Cape Verde’s Vozinha makes list as FIFA unveils World Cup 2026 Best XI appeared first on Vanguard News.

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