CHM-2030 with 66 teams: CONMEBOL is pushing for this historic reform
The idea of turning the world’s top tournament into a grand football festival involving 66 teams was first proposed by CONMEBOL several months ago. This idea has now moved from mere discussions in the corridors of power to actual negotiations. According to a prestigious Spanish publication like AS, CONMEBOL’s initiative has received strong support from several national federations. This greatly increases the chances of implementing this plan by the time the World Cup begins in 2030.
Expanding the tournament from its current 48 teams to 66 teams would be an unprecedented move in FIFA’s history. Such a reform would require a thorough review of the tournament schedule, logistics, and selection rules. However, the growing interest from affiliated organizations shows that the world football community is ready for such significant changes. An official decision from Zurich has not yet been made, but the progress of the discussions indicates that this issue has been brought up by the organization’s top management.
There are plans to expand CHM-2030 to 66 teams. This proposal was first made by CONMEBOL several months ago. Now, it has gained new momentum thanks to the support from various federations.