The UEFA European Championships could be expanded into a huge rival to the World Cup by inviting outside teams to compete, and the likes of Brazil, Argentina, Japan and Mexico could be given the opportunity to play at EURO 2020.
According to SportsMole.co.uk, a senior adviser to UEFA president Michel Platini revealed that plans were at an early stage but were very feasible and suggested that were was no reason Europe could not copy South America's showpiece Copa America in inviting teams.
A revamp for the continental tournament would see sides from other continents invited to take part, the report said.
Meanwhile, England has expressed an interest in staging the semi-finals and final of the proposed pan-Euro tournament in 2020, the report added.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app