Tweets of the Week: World Cup expansion dominates Twitter

Sport360 staff 08:20 13/01/2017
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    It’s been yet another busy week on social media for the world of sport and once again we have all the greatest chatter from Twitter.

    While there were many talking points, it was news out of FIFA that really set tongues wagging and fingers punching keys.

    FIFA’s decision to expand the World Cup from 32 nations to 48 sent the football world buzzing.

    Pundits were quick to point out the financial implications of the move, which will be in force from the 2026 World Cup.

    Here are some of the best reactions on Twitter:

    There is one high-profile supporter of the expansion as well…

    Meanwhile, there was yet another award for Cristiano Ronaldo, including FIFA’s best player gong for 2016

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