>>156691565
I think it's a great idea.

>>156691565
Format is better with 64 than with 48
But get ready for some really ridiculously weak participants since FIFA will come up with a grotesque continental distribution
It has long since been planned to go to 64. It was clear all along
In reality, 32 is the only way and always has been

>>156691635
As long as you get rid of the group stage and make it a 64 team double elimination tournament (if you lose you drop to a losers bracket, if you lose again you’re out)

Basically the same thing since 2 losses screw you in a group stage

>>156691734
>As long as you [change the entire format]

>>156691565
I'll agree to a 64 team WC only if the additional 16 teams come from UEFA

>>156691746
The format everyone agrees is boring shit yeah

>>156691565
>Italy did not qualify for 2018? Don't worry, they'll get it next time.
>Woah, they didn't qualify for 2022 either? I guess we'll increase the number of teams for 2026.
>Fuck, they didn't qualify AGAIN? 64 teams next cup!

>>156691799
It's going to be Africa and Asia and you know it.

As much as I'd love 8 slots for CONMEBOL so Chile classifies, I feel it would be tremendously close to cheating.

>>156691565
Oh boy, here we go again:
>the new york times: Argentina's 'weird' knockout path to reach the 2030 World Cup final