FIFA World Cup 2022: FIFA increase SQUAD size to 26 for Qatar World Cup 2022- FIFA will allow countries to select up to 26 players for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, increasing the maximum squad size by three for the November 21-December 18 tournament. Follow FIFA World Cup 2022 Live Updates on InsideSport.IN
FIFA World Cup 2022: FIFA follows UEFA footsteps, increase SQUAD size to 26 for Qatar World Cup 2022
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“The number of players to be included on the final list has been increased to at least 23 and a maximum of 26,” FIFA said in a statement. UEFA adopted similar changes for Euro 2020 last year in response to Covid-19 concerns.
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Given the need to retain additional flexibility due to the unique timing of the FIFA World Cup 2022™ in the global calendar, as well as the broader context of the disruptive effects caused by the COVID-19 pandemic on squads before and during tournaments, the Bureau has decided the following:
- The maximum number of players on the release list has been increased from 35 to 55.
- The number of players to be included on the final list has been increased to at least 23 and a maximum of 26.
- The final matchday at club level for the 23 to 26 players nominated on the final list will be 13 November 2022.
- No more than 26 people (up to 15 substitutes and 11 team officials – one of these officials must be the team doctor) will be allowed to sit on the team bench.
FIFA World Cup 2022: FIFA follows UEFA footsteps, increase SQUAD size to 26 for Qatar World Cup 2022