FIFA approves 48 team Soccer World Cup for 2026

Zurich - FIFA's ruling council on Tuesday unanimously approved an expansion of the Soccer World Cup to 48 teams in 2026, with a format of 16 groups of three nations.

"The FIFA Council unanimously decided on a 48-team #WorldCupas of 2026: 16 groups of 3 teams," a tweet from FIFA's official account said.

The FIFA Council unanimously decided on a 48-team #WorldCup as of 2026:
16 groups of 3 teams. Details to follow after the meeting.

— FIFA Media (@fifamedia) January 10, 2017