Qatar alone is not able to host the "48 World Cup"

The possibility of neighboring countries participating in the organization of the next version

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has discussed the possibility of an increase in the number of FIFA World Cup teams with journalists in Rome, Italy.

"It's obviously not an easy task." We decided to increase the number of World Cup teams to 48 from the 2026 version, but apply that as early as the World Cup 2022 will be different, "he said.

"If we are convinced that 48 is the right number for the teams, why not try to do it before 2026?", He said.

At the same time, he noted that the 48-team World Cup might be difficult in Qatar alone, which means that other neighboring countries might be involved in organizing the next version or that the Experience of the 48 teams would be applied from 2026.

"We are currently studying the possibility of adding 16 teams to the public and many others.Before deciding we need to know if there is the necessary infrastructure.

Last month, Infanteño told the UAE that FIFA was studying the possibility of extending the 2022 World Cup in Qatar to 48 teams.

At a sporting conference in Dubai, he added that FIFA is also considering how the Gulf states could help Qatar to host some matches.

"We have spoken to Qatar about this, and they are open to reflection and reflection, because it will be very difficult, as we see logically, elected in Qatar alone, and it is not a fault, the 2026 will be organized by three countries in America, so why not do it here in the Gulf?