World Cup teams blast UEFA chief over ‘uninteresting’ matches remark (opens original article in a new tab)

13 World Cup teams criticized UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin for calling some matches in the expanded 2026 tournament 'uninteresting', stating all matches are meaningful.

• 13 World Cup teams criticized UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin's remarks about 'uninteresting' matches in the expanded 2026 tournament.
• Ceferin reportedly stated that the expansion to 48 teams would lead to many matches being 'completely uninteresting' but also acknowledged small countries' participation as a positive.
• The 13 teams, including debutants Cape Verde and Uzbekistan, rejected the comments, emphasizing that all matches hold significance for players and fans.