Commencing in 2031, the FIFA Women's World Cup will increase its participant count to 48 teams, an increase from the current 32. This adjustment is designed to enhance global participation and FIFA's investment in women's football. Accordingly, the tournament will...
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14
May
2025

FIFA Amends its Disciplinary Code: Harsher Sanctions on Racist Behavior
On 9 May 2025, FIFA announced two changes to the beautiful game's governance: the expansion of the FIFA Women’s World Cup to 48 teams as of 2031 and a revised FIFA Disciplinary Code to strengthen its fight against racism. Additionally, FIFA unveiled a strategy for Action for Afghan Women’s Football, and establishment of Afghan women’s refugee team endorsed