FIFA encourages the organization of the biennial World Cup finals for men, as well as the organization of the World Cup for women’s teams at the same intervals. By holding both tournaments alternately, the winners of the World Cup would be determined every year.
FIFA’s plans were strongly opposed in Europe, where, according to unofficial information, more than 10 countries expressed their readiness to leave FIFA if it implemented the World Cup reorganization plans. Infantino heard criticism from 55 members of the European Football Federation (UEFA) at a face-to-face conference on Tuesday, but the situation was discussed at a FIFA council meeting on Wednesday.
Infantino hopes that at the next meeting in December, the parties will agree on a “common sense” solution. Infantino justified the need to restructure the World Cup with the need to keep the attention of a younger audience.
At the FIFA Council meeting, both criticism of the new plans and enthusiastic support were expressed.
“I am confident that on December 20, we will be able to offer a comprehensive solution,” said Infantino.
The proposed changes are based on sports, not financial interests, according to the president of FIFA. He acknowledged that the changes could be introduced gradually. An assessment of the possible economic impact of the reorganization is planned for the next meeting in December.
Infantino also expressed confidence that
In the past, there are times when the World Cup finals are hosted by one country.
The FIFA president justified the division of the tournament into several countries with the possibility to ease the financial burden for the organizers.
The next World Cup for men’s teams will take place in Qatar in 2022, while the strongest women’s national teams in 2023 will meet in Australia and New Zealand.
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