The 2027 FIFA Under-20 World Cup will mark a first for global football, with Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan set to co-host a tournament that bridges continents and highlights the sport’s growing reach.
The Association of Football Federations of Azerbaijan (AFFA) has announced that Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan have officially submitted a joint bid to host the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2027.
FIFA has approved a major expansion of the Women’s World Cup, increasing the number of participating teams to 48 starting from the 2031 edition.
Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter and France soccer great Michel Platini will appear before a Swiss court on Tuesday to hear whether the case that finished their careers in football will end with their acquittals or convictions for corruption.
FIFA will review a proposal to expand the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, marking the tournament’s centenary.
Saudi Arabia has been confirmed as the host for the 2034 FIFA World Cup, becoming the second Middle Eastern nation to do so. The announcement has ignited celebrations across the country, signaling excitement about the upcoming global sporting event.
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