Graham Arnold is confident he can help Iraq qualify for the World Cup finals for the first time in 40 years after he was appointed as the country's national coach on Friday. Asked whether Iraq can make the cut for the 2026 tournament which will be co-hosted by Canada,

The Women's World Cup only expanded to 32 teams in 2023. This move brings it in line with the men's equivalent.

FIFA announced Friday its plans to expand the Women's World Cup to 48 teams starting in 2031. "This is not just about having 16 more teams playing in the FIFA Women’s World Cup but taking the next steps in relation to the women’s game in general by ensuring that more FIFA Member Associations have the chance to benefit from the tournament to develop their women’s football structures from a holistic point of view,