Concacaf president Victor Montagliani has voiced strong opposition to Conmebol’s proposal to expand the 2030 FIFA World Cup to 64 teams, calling it a step too far for global football.
The proposal, intended to mark the tournament’s 100th anniversary, has already drawn criticism from UEFA and the Asian Football Confederation.
Montagliani echoed those concerns, telling ESPN that the idea “shouldn’t even be on the table” given the 48-team format debuting in 2026 has yet to be tested.
The 2030 World Cup is set to be hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, with opening matches in Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay.
If approved, the expanded format would feature 128 games, double the number from previous editions.
FIFA’s 75th congress in May could see the proposal discussed, but with mounting opposition from top football bodies, its future remains uncertain.
