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Latest News About World Cup expansion sparks debate across football

CONMEBOL president announced the 2030 FIFA World Cup will expand to 64 teams.

Reports suggest FIFA president Gian Franco Infantino may push for the same expansion.

Sky Sports suggests this could mean higher scoring but also wider gaps between teams.

The 2026 World Cup Group H details were also released, showing team line‑ups and stats.

These changes follow the SAFC Film Lab New Voices round four declaration of additional sides.

Meanwhile, the NRL brings back a cult hero back to the Broncos in senior level.

The AFLW plans to stage an Australia versus Ireland match.