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Has the expansion to 48 teams affected the quality of the World Cup?
Analyzing the Impact of World Cup Expansion
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Samachar Pathshala Desk
Published 3 Jul 2026 · 1 min
This article discusses the impact of FIFA's decision to expand the World Cup to 48 teams, starting in 2026. Experts Pradhyum Reddy and Lallianzuala Chhangte share their insights on this change, noting that the increased opportunity for participation has fostered greater global competition in football.
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