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100 years of passion: What you need to know about World Cup 2030

It will have venues on 3 continents and a 48-team format

Carlos Rodríguez By Carlos Rodríguez
CONMEBOL President Paraguayan Alejandro Dominguez holds a replica of the FIFA World Cup as he celebrates the ratification of Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay as host countries of the FIFA 2030 World Cup during the FIFA virtual Congress in Luque, Paraguay, on December 11, 2024. A virtual Congress of world football's governing body confirmed that Morocco, Spain and Portugal will be joint hosts of the 2030 World Cup, which will also see three games played in South America. The 2030 tournament will mark a century since the first World Cup was held in Uruguay, and as a result the unrivalled joint bid by Morocco, Spain and Portugal will also see the South American nation handed one game along with Argentina and Paraguay. (Photo by DANIEL DUARTE / AFP)

The 2030 World Cup will mark the centennial of this tournament that has united millions of fans around the world. Since its first edition in Uruguay in 1930, the tournament has grown to become a global spectacle that transcends borders, cultures and generations.

On this special occasion, the World Cup promises to be historic, not only because of its symbolism, but also because of the unique changes and details that will make it unforgettable.

Shared headquarters

World Cup 2030
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For the first time in history, the 2030 World Cup will be held on three different continents.

According to FIFA, the initial matches will take place in Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay, honoring the centennial in the place where it all began.

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It's a perfect tribute to the legacy of football

Gianni Infantino, presidente de la FIFA

Afterwards, most of the tournament will move to Spain, Portugal and Morocco, consolidating this edition as one of the most ambitious and global.

Opportunity for all

Following the 2026 World Cup model, the 2030 tournament will feature 48 teams, divided into 16 groups of three teams.

This format guarantees more matches and opportunities for emerging countries to compete on the sport’s biggest stage.

Latino fans are particularly excited, as this edition not only honors soccer’s South American roots, but also offers more opportunities for teams from the region to shine.

A global party

World Cup 2030
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The 2030 World Cup promises to be more than a tournament: it will be a celebration that honors the past while looking to the future.

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From now on, it’s time to start planning, following the news and preparing the flags to support your favorite team.

With three continents, 48 teams and a century of history, this edition will be unforgettable for all fans, especially for the vibrant Hispanic community in the United States.

“This World Cup not only celebrates 100 years of history, it is also an opportunity for our community to enjoy a tournament that connects generations,” says Luis Garcia, a soccer fan in Los Angeles.

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