Will the 2030 FIFA World Cup have 64 teams?

(LR) United States President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino present the World Cup to Rodri or Spain following the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at the New York/New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026, in East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States. Source: AAP / ANP/ANP Sport / Maurice van Steen/Sipa USA

Six weeks, 104 matches. Countless unforgettable moments. From incredible underdog stories, to spectacular goals. And fierce debates over VAR, hydration breaks and whether expanding the tournament to 48 teams was the right move. There was plenty to celebrate, and plenty to argue about. When you look back on this World Cup, what will you remember the most? Tune in for this football season review on SBS Nepali, where we take a look at some of the things that defined this World Cup - the football, the controversy and the legacy it leaves behind.

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