The World Championship of 2022 will be held in Qatar and earlier it was reported that not 32 teams could take part in the tournament, as it was before, but 48.

If this happens, the number of matches in the tournament will increase from 64 to 80. Such a load can not pull the stadiums, which are preparing for the championship.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said that some of the World Cup 2022 matches could be held outside Qatar if the tournament is extended to 48 teams.

"In Qatar, eight stadiums, the country is preparing for the World Cup as part of 32 teams. It is very difficult to organize a tournament for 48 teams in eight stadiums in one country..

We may have to look for the possibility of holding some matches outside Qatar, which, of course, creates some additional difficulties and difficulties that we will solve, "the Guardian cites the words Infantino.

"With regard to expansion, the discussion is open and in a friendly atmosphere. If this becomes possible, I will be happy, "said Infantino.

Recall that the World Cup 2022 will be held for the first time in winter - from November 21 to December 18.