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Feb 19, 2015 · Luis Figo launches Fifa presidency manifesto by saying World Cups could be staged over two continents. Former Portugal star could expand tournament to 48 countries if he is successful in...
Jan 28, 2015 · It was FIFA’s handling of the report into bidding for the 2018 and 2022 World Cups that convinced Luis Figo it was time to take a stand. The 42-year-old, a man of formidable football pedigree ...
Aug 29, 2023 · By Oscar Bowerman / August 29, 2023. Luis Figo, over his 20-year playing career, established himself as not only one of the best Portuguese players to grace the pitch but as a footballer in general, though with his success came a whole heap of controversy. Attesting to his talent, he is his nation’s fourth all-time appearance holder, having ...
Feb 19, 2015 · Luis Figo would consider expanding the World Cup, possibly to 40 or even 48 teams, if he is elected FIFA president in May.
Feb 19, 2015 · Former Barcelona, Real Madrid and Inter Milan winger Figo, who played at two World Cups, said on Thursday that the current format could be increased to 40 teams or Fifa could stage...
In their first World Cup since 1986, Portugal suffered group stage elimination while Figo failed to score a goal. Euro 2004 and 2006 World Cup [ edit ] On 18 February 2004, Figo earned his 100th cap in a 1–1 friendly draw with England at the Estádio Algarve , playing as captain despite regular skipper Fernando Couto being in the starting ...
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One of his proposals for the World Cup is to split it into two 24-team tournaments played simultaneously on two different continents, followed by a final knockout stage in one country.
