FIFA fast-tracks new World Cup spin-off tournament format
Sky News—The plan would introduce an additional competition running alongside the traditional World Cup cycle rather than replacing it, giving FIFA another global commercial vehicle between men's tournaments. Details on format, host selection, and qualification remain undisclosed as the federation moves up its original timeline. The push follows FIFA's recent expansion of the Club World Cup, part of a broader strategy to multiply revenue-generating events under its calendar. The acceleration suggests FIFA sees the new format as a priority alongside its already crowded international calendar of expanded club and national team competitions.