FIFA intends to start the 2014 World Cup later. © EuroFootball.com

FIFA is considering the possibility of delaying the 2014 World Cup to allow soccer players more time to rest after a grueling season, "Reuters" reports.

It is likely that the upcoming tournament in Brazil will start not in June, as usual, but in July.

FIFA President Sepp Blatter has already indicated that he is looking for ways to make the championship more attractive to viewers.

It is said that one of the reasons for such an initiative is far from the most impressive performance of Wayne Rooney, Cristiano Ronaldo, Didier Drogba, and others in the World Cup in South Africa.

FIFA was also disappointed by many national teams that chose a very cautious defensive strategy.