FIFA may allow more countries compete

FIFA are considering rewarding continents who do well in the World Cup next year by letting more of their countries compete in the next tournament.

FIFA are considering rewarding continents who do well in the World Cup next year by letting more of their countries compete in the next tournament.

The move comes after the USA beat Spain in the Confederations Cup and South Africa only narrowly lost to Brazil - showing that some of the smaller teams have improved in recent years..

FIFA President Sepp Blatter said improving nations should get more of a chance.

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