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"A great opportunity". Regional workshop discusses growing women's football in South America

Women's football in South America has entered an exciting period. Colombia is hosting the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup 2024™, with passionate sell-out crowds supporting the home team, and in three years, the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027™

President of FIFA Gianni Infantino Attends Regional Women's Football Seminar

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“Come, enjoy, have fun” at FIFA Club World Cup 2025™, FIFA President tells fans

Gianni Infantino said the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ will be the ideal opportunity to “bring people together” after the FIFA President revealed the 12 stadiums in the United States that will host the historic 32-team tournament.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the Global Citizen Festival 2024

Match officials appointed for 2024 FIFA Futsal World Cup™ quarter-finals

The FIFA Referees Committee has announced the selected match officials for the quarter-finals at the FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024™.

Referees Tarek Samy Aly Ahmed Elkhataby and Mohamed Hassan Hassan Ahmed Youssef look on

Seoul 2024 Homeless World Cup hailed as a celebration of hope

The Seoul 2024 Homeless World Cup has been hailed as a celebration of hope by Elkan Mammadov, Director, Member Associations Europe, following the completion of the Men’s and Women’s finals in Seoul, Korea Republic.

A view of the action during the Seoul 2024 Homeless World Cup at Hanyang University in Seoul, South Korea

FIFA and Homeless World Cup unveil new women’s trophy ahead of final

The 16 captains of the women’s teams competing at the 2024 Homeless World Cup came together to reveal the new trophy they have all been aiming to lift during the week-long tournament in Seoul, Korea Republic.

Seoul 2024 Homeless World Cup - Opening Ceremony


New Zealand futsal head coach Marvin Eakins: patience, perseverance and experience

Eakins took part in futsal coaching course organised jointly by FIFA and the New Zealand Football (NZF) in 2016. Eight years later, he led the Futsal Whites to their first appearance at the FIFA Futsal World Cup.

New Zealand v Kazakhstan - FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Secretary General of the Council of Europe Alain Berset explore ways to strengthen collaboration

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and the Secretary General of the Council of Europe (CoE) Alain Berset have met in New York, United States on the fringes of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino meets with European Council Secretary General Alain Berset

FIFA President pledges support to football in Laos and Association of Southeast Asian Nations member states

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has met with Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone of Laos to discuss the progress of football and future opportunities for development in the Southeast Asian country and wider region.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino meets with Prime Minister of Laos Sonexay Siphandone 

Pro football takes root in Suriname with help from FIFA Forward    

Surinamese football celebrated an historic milestone in 2024 with the creation of the country's first professional championship: the Suriname Major League (SML). 

S.V. Robinhood, 2024 Suriname Major League champions

Inspection visits to FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ candidate host cities begin

A FIFA technical team has begun a series of inspection visits to the 12 Brazilian cities bidding to host matches at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™. The tour got under way on 25 September in Rio de Janeiro with a visit to the iconic Estádio do Maracanã. 

Inspection visit to Estádio do Maracanã. Photo: Rafael Ribeiro/CBF

Fate brings Morocco fans Aziz and Ouakrim together in Uzbekistan

A coincidence is worth more than a thousand plans...This old Arabic saying perfectly encapsulates how Aziz and Ouakrim met. Aziz is a Moroccan fan who travels the world supporting his national team in all football disciplines. 

Morocco fans Aziz and Ouakrim

Gianni Infantino and President of Senegal focus on youth opportunities in New York talks

FIFA President Gianni Infantino pledged to provide “more opportunities” within football for Senegal’s young population when he met the President of the West African country, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, in New York, United States.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino meets President of Senegal Bassirou Diomaye Faye 

FIFA Foundation Digital Education Programme opens tender process for implementation in Paraguay

The FIFA Foundation finances an educational initiative called "Digital Education Programme" that provides knowledge, mentoring, training, and digital resources to public elementary schools in vulnerable contexts.

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™ official song launched as tournament kick-off nears

The official song for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™ has been revealed as part of the build-up to the tournament kick-off in the Dominican Republic next month.

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™ official song launched

Chile and Poland’s delegates watch on as Colombia 2024™ comes to an end

Chile to host the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2025. Poland to host the next FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in 2026. The delegates toured various venues and discussed organisational issues with FIFA and the Local Organising Committee (LOC).

Representatives of Chile, Poland and FIFA the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Colombia 2024 Final 

FIFA President lauds Morocco’s continued contributions to world of football

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has said “Morocco is preparing to unite the world” following a meeting with the North African nation’s Prime Minister, Aziz Akhannouch, in New York, United States. 

 FIFA President Gianni Infantino meets with Prime Minister Of Morocco Aziz Akhannouch at the Moroccan UN permanent mission in New York

FIFA President congratulates Spanish Prime Minister on the country’s continued football success

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has congratulated the Prime Minister of Spain Pedro Sánchez on his country's continued football success during a meeting in New York, United States, held on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly proceedings.

FIFA President meets with Spanish prime Minister

FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024™ knockout phase officials appointed

The FIFA Referees Committee has announced the complete list of selected match officials who will oversee the final four last 16 games at the  FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024™.

Uzbekistan v Paraguay - FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024

FIFA publishes 2024 edition of Legal Handbook

FIFA has today published the 2024 edition of its Legal Handbook, which features a unique overview of the latest regulations, statutory documents and circulars issued by FIFA, thus providing valuable support to the football community at large.

FIFA Legal Handbook 2024

Gianni Infantino: Women’s football has grown incredibly in South America

FIFA President addressed the FIFA Women’s Football Regional Workshop in Bogotá, Colombia and subsequently attended the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2024™ final. 

 President of FIFA Gianni Infantino during the medal ceremony after the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Colombia 2024

“One hundred years of passion”: Gianni Infantino attends Colombian FA Centenary celebration

Gianni Infantino has attended the Colombian Football Association’s (FCF) Centenary celebration, where he expressed his admiration for the country’s passion for football. 

Gianni Infantino attends the 100 Years Of Colombian Football Association Celebration

Andres Rojas, from official referee to volunteer

International referee Andrés Rojas unexpectedly joined the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup 2024 in Bogota as a volunteer. The Colombian used the opportunity to contribute to the event and gain a new perspective outside of refereeing.

Referee Andres Rojas of Colombia poses

FIFA Coach Mentorship programme makes its mark in Colombia

Four mentees from previous programme have appeared at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Colombia 2024™. One will feature in the play-off for third place. Quartet give their views on the programme

 (L-R) Kathrin Peter, Head Coach of Germany, greets Tracey Kevins, Head Coach of USA, a

A dream come true for three volunteer siblings in Colombia

Paola, Karen and Miguel are part of a group of volunteers at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Colombia 2024™.

Karen, Miguel and Paola Romero Chavez pose with the official match ball prior to a FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Colombia 2024 match

The Homeless Football World Cup in seven points

The Homeless World Cup Foundation and FIFA signed a memorandum of understanding in Paris on 2 August. We take a look at seven key points to help you get to grips with this unique event. 

The Homeless Football World Cup through the years : 2014 Santiago (Chile)

Gianni Infantino praises Homeless World Cup’s impact as 2024 tournament kicks off

Men’s and women’s teams from 44 countries competing in Seoul, Korea Republic, in first Homeless World Cup held in Asia

MA Division & Regional Offices- Annual Gathering in Zurich

Match officials appointed as 2024 FIFA Futsal World Cup™ group stage curtain falls

The FIFA Referees Committee has announced the selected match officials for the final round of group games at the FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024™.

Assistant Referee Anelize Meire Schulz looks on during the FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024 

Mauritanian football introduces VAR

It marks a new era for Mauritanian football. For the first time in its history, the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) was used in a Super D1 match. 

VAR implemented in Mauritanian Professional League

Match officials announced for FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2024™  final 

Match officials have been confirmed for the FIFA Women's U-20 World Cup Colombia 2024™ final on Sunday 22 September 2024 and the play-off for third place the day before, both at the Estadio Nemesio Camacho El Campín in Bogotá.

 Referee Maria Sole Ferrieri gestures

Expanded FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup™ opens up welcome opportunities for coaches

For Venezuela, it has been a “dream come true”. For many of Ghana’s players, their first taste of air travel. 

Rosana, Head Coach of Brazil, lines up for the national anthem

Hong Myung-bo: Korean football going from strength to strength

Korean legend Hong Myung-bo has eyes set on the FIFA World Cup 26™.

South Korea's head coach Hong Myung-bo reacts

Victory, history and hope for San Marino

San Marino beat Liechtenstein 1-0 on 5 September, marking a historic victory. La Serenissima have now ended a run of 140 games without a win. A promising victory for the team ranked last in the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Rankings

Nicko Sensoli celebrates his goal against Liechtenstein

San Marino buoyant as Brunei and Samoa soar

Bolivia, Samoa, Brunei Darussalam and San Marino make major strides

Muhammad Nurikhwan Bin Othman of Brunei Darussalam celebrates

John Terry: Chelsea are excited to be at the FIFA Club World Cup

Chelsea F.C. are excited to take part in the revamped FIFA Club World Cup™ according to John Terry, with the Blues ambassador and former England captain saying the tournament will provide benefits to European clubs, players and fans. 

John Terry, Chelsea defender

A tribute to Salvatore "Totò" Schillaci: 1964-2024

Salvatore "Totò" Schillaci was Italy's unlikely hero when they hosted the FIFA World Cup™ in 1990, a striker who was initially selected as a reserve but who went on to finish as top scorer with six goals to win both the Golden Ball and Golden Boot awards.

Italian forward Salvatore Schillaci 

FIFA publishes Football Tribunal Report 2023/2024

FIFA has today published the third edition of the Football Tribunal Report, which covers the period from 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024.

Football Tribunal Report 2023/2024

Match officials announced for FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2024™  semi-finals

 Match officials have been confirmed for the FIFA Women's U-20 World Cup Colombia 2024™ semi-finals on Wednesday, 18 September, which will both be played at the Pascual Guerrero stadium in Cali.

Colombia v Australia: Group A - FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Colombia 2024

Mixed teams of officials appointed for the FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024™

Group games at the FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024™ continue in Tashkent, Bukhara and Andijan this week

Iran v Venezuela - FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024

Gianni Infantino welcomes FIFA’s ‘glocal’ presence at Member Associations Division workshop

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has highlighted the crucial role FIFA’s Member Associations (MA) Division plays in making football truly global at a three-day workshop for the division’s collaborators at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland.

MA Division & Regional Offices - Annual Gathering in Zurich

ASA Foundation "creating positive change" for Indonesian youngsters with FIFA Foundation help

The ASA Foundation was originally founded in 2001 as a sports-based youth empowerment academy for Indonesian street kids with the NGO working with the FIFA Foundation since 2018. 

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