FIFA announced that the Women's World Cup will grow to 48 teams starting in 2031 when the U.S. is expected to host the tournament. This expansion aims to increase representation and investment in women's football globally, aligning the tournament with the men's World Cup. The decision follows FIFA's efforts to elevate the Women's World Cup, which has expanded from just 16 teams in 2011, to 24 teams in Canada and France, culminating with 32 teams in the upcoming 2023 edition co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand.
FIFA's decision to increase the Women's World Cup to 48 teams in 2031 aims to broaden representation and investment in women's football on a global scale.
The Women's World Cup had only 16 teams in 2011, growing to 24 and then 32, demonstrating significant growth and competitiveness within the women's game.
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