@savageupdatesThe FIFA World Cup has evolved significantly in size since its inception. In 1930, the inaugural tournament featured just 13 teams. The number fluctuated over the decades, with 16 teams becoming the standard from 1934 through 1978 (with a brief dip to 15 in 1938 and back to 13 in 1950). A major expansion occurred in 1982, when the field grew to 24 teams, a format that lasted through. The tournament then expanded again to 32 teams. Looking ahead, the edition, co-hosted by the Unite

@savageupdatesThe FIFA World Cup has evolved significantly in size since its inception. In 1930, the inaugural tournament featured just 13 teams. The number fluctuated over the decades, with 16 teams becoming the standard from 1934 through 1978 (with a brief dip to 15 in 1938 and back to 13 in 1950). A major expansion occurred in 1982, when the field grew to 24 teams, a format that lasted through. The tournament then expanded again to 32 teams. Looking ahead, the edition, co-hosted by the Unite