Football for Schools off to promising start in Central African Republic

School championship finals bring curtain down on 15-month Football for Schools pilot phase in Central African Republic.

FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ ticket sales to kick off on Tuesday, 1 December

Fans will have their first opportunity to secure a place at the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ when ticket sales open on Tuesday, 1 December at 10:00 local time (14:00 CET), with packages featuring choices starting at BRL 30 (USD 5) per match. 

FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ ticket sales 

A day in the life of... Kathy Morrison

Leading FIFA's project for the Youth Olympic Futsal Tournaments Dakar 2026 is Olympic Tournaments Event Manager Kathy Morrison, who has been with FIFA since 2019 and brings extensive experience from major multi-sport events around the world.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino 

‘I expect a beautiful tournament’ says Gianni Infantino ahead of FIFA U-17 World Cup 2026™

Dominican Republic to compete at FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026™

The Dominican Republic will compete at the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026™ following the withdrawal of US Soccer from the tournament.

FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026

FIFA President Gianni Infantino travelled to Doha, Qatar to see the state of preparations for FIFA U-17 World Cup 2026™ for himself, and said that he expects the second 48-team edition of the tournament to be a resounding success.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks after inspecting preparations for the FIFA U -17 World Cup Qatar 2026™

FIFA Legends Stoichkov and Nedvěd celebrate FIFA Football for Schools launch in Czechia

The FIFA Football for Schools programme has kicked off in Czechia with schoolchildren joining government ministers and Football Association of the Czech Republic (FAČR) President David Trunda at the launch in the capital, Prague.

FIFA Football for Schools launch in Czechia

FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026™: Statement on US Soccer withdrawal

FIFA has been informed of US Soccer’s decision to withdraw from the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026™. The applicable tournament regulations will be followed. 

FIFA U-17 World Cup Trophy

Khalilou Fadiga sounds anti-racism message at FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival 2026™

FIFA Players’ Voice Panel member Khalilou Fadiga attended FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival 2026™ in Baku, Azerbaijan. Former Senegal international explains why fight against racism must start at young age.

FIFA Players’ Voice Panel member Khalilou Fadiga 

Khalilou Fadiga

Khalilou Fadiga sounds anti-racism message at FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival 2026™

Bid evaluation reports for 2031 and 2035 editions of FIFA Women’s World Cup™ published

Following a thorough assessment of each bid, including inspection visits to the bidding countries, FIFA has published the bid evaluation reports in relation to the 2031 and 2035 editions of the FIFA Women’s World Cup™.

FIFA Women's World Cup Trophy 

Chaito breaks barriers and makes history on the international stage

From the local futsal courts of Lebanon to the international spotlight of the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Nour Chaito’s journey is one of determination, identity and a belief that no dream should be limited by expectations.

Lebanese referee Nour Chaito

FIFA Legend and mother of two Carli Lloyd applauds FIFA’s new pregnancy and postpartum playbooks

Free, downloadable guides for pregnant and postpartum players are part of the new FIFA Female Health and Performance Project. “Just to be able to have the information, I think is super, super important,” said FIFA Women’s World Cup™ winner Carli Lloyd.

Carli Lloyd

The FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026™ official squad lists confirmed

The FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026™ is racing into view and the official squad lists for all 48 teams competing at the tournament have been announced.

Captain's armband

One month to go – procedures released for Final Draw for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ 

With only one month to go until the Final Draw for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™, the procedures that will determine the pathway to glory in Brazil have been shared with the 18 qualified teams and those still in contention for a place at the tournament.

Final Draw for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ 

FIFA experts hail rising standards and tactical maturity ahead of Dakar 2026 futsal finals 

FIFA Technical Study Group members Graeme Dell and Rute Carvalho highlight improving technical and tactical standards at Youth Olympic Futsal Tournaments Dakar 2026

FIFA Technical Study Group members Graeme Dell and Rute Carvalho pose for a photo during the Men's Group stage match between Argentina and Panama at the Youth Olympic Futsal Tournaments in Dakar

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026™ enhances FIFA Elite Performance: Coach Mentorship Programme workshop

The FIFA Elite Performance: Coach Mentorship Programme, which pairs promising young female coaches with accomplished mentors, conducted another multi-day, in-person module alongside the recent FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco.

The FIFA Elite Performance: Coach Mentorship Programme conducted the final in-person module of its third edition in Rabat, Morocco

FIFA Player Impact Programme driving positive social change

Gathered in Boston, Massachusetts was a starting 11 that would make any football fan look twice. But while this year’s record-setting FIFA World Cup 2026™ shone a global spotlight on North America, these 11 players came together for a different purpose.

FIFA Player Impact Programme

Education, mental health, and equitable access to sport are among the main causes championed by the footballers taking part

The FIFA Player Impact Programme offers a unique opportunity to inspire future generations and create lasting impact around the world

FIFA Chief Football Officer Jill Ellis met the participants in Boston

The FIFA Player Impact Programme empowers players to harness their voice, platform and resources to drive positive social change

Players came together to explore how they can turn their football influence into meaningful change for the causes that matter most to them

FIFA Chief Football Officer Jill Ellis speaking to the participants of the FIFA Player Impact Programme 

Elite Performance: Coach Mentorship in Rabat

Alexia Putellas poses with a Spanish National Team jersey 

Alexia Putellas: “I firmly believe that sport can change lives"

Group photo at the FIFA Player Impact Programme workshop

Gianni Infantino launches ‘really special’ first FIFA Arena in Lebanon

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has launched FIFA Arena in Lebanon and met senior community and football leaders, including Lebanese Football Association (LFA) President Hachem Haidar, to plan future development initiatives during a visit to the country.

FIFA President leads ceremony to inaugurate first FIFA Arena mini-pitch in Lebanon at Chanay in the Mount Lebanon region

FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026™: Technical Study Group ready to observe football’s next generation

FIFA’s Technical Study Group (TSG), led by Pascal Zuberbühler, will analyse the football, coaching trends and emerging talent at the FIFA U-17 World Cup™ in Doha, Qatar

FIFA representatives take part in Council of Europe conference on safer and healthier sport for children

FIFA representatives participated in the 19th Council of Europe Conference of Ministers responsible for Sport, held in Monaco on 3 and 4 November 2026.

19th Council of Europe Conference of Ministers responsible for Sport, held in Monaco 

Senegal's historic Olympic futsal moment fuels hope for future growth

With the Youth Olympic Futsal Tournaments Dakar 2026 now in full swing, Senegal's men's and women's teams are experiencing the excitement of competing on home soil. 

Dakar 2026 Summer Youth Olympic Games: Day 3

A day in the life of... Emma Paoletta

FIFA is responsible for organising the men's and women's futsal tournaments at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. Behind the on-pitch action, a dedicated team works to ensure that everything runs smoothly, from the teams' arrival to the final whistle

A day in the life of Emma Paoletta 

Senegal fan shows his support

FIFA Chief Football officer Jill Ellis presented to the coaches in Rabat

Learning and support will endure for coaches who have taken part in the programme

The FIFA Elite Performance: Coach Mentorship Programme is where ambition meets opportunity

The FIFA Elite Performance: Coach Mentorship Programme conducted the final in-person module

Coaches were supported by staff who took part in the recent FIFA Women's National team Preparation Programme workshop

The FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup 2026™ provided opportunity for coaches to analyse games

Up to five exchange visits between mentor and mentee have taken place across the last 18 months

Coaches have also attended online sessions 

There have been three in-person workshops across the last 18 months

The 18-month programme concluded with activities surrounding the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup 2026™

20 promising female coaches were paired with expert mentors 

First of 30 FIFA Arena mini-pitches inaugurated in Morocco as part of OCP Group collaboration

In another milestone for football in Morocco, the first FIFA Arena mini-pitch has been opened in the North African country as part of the collaboration between FIFA and the OCP Group, a global leader in plant nutrition and phosphate‑based solutions. 

FIFA Arena Inauguration in Morocco

Gianni Infantino lauds history-making Nigeria following FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™ triumph

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has offered his enthusiastic congratulations to Nigeria for a “well deserved” FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™ title that made history for both a country and a continent.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino during medal ceremony after the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Morocco 2026 final

Gianni Infantino meets Grenada Prime Minister, Governor-General and participates in FIFA Arena inauguration

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has visited Grenada, where he participated in the inauguration of a FIFA Arena mini-pitch and met the Prime Minister, Dickon Mitchell, and Governor-General, Dame Cécile La Grenade.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Grenada football association president Marlon Glean during the FIFA Arena inauguration

FIFA President Gianni Infantino visits Saint Lucia, meets U-15 team and key officials 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has visited Saint Lucia, where he toured the Saint Lucia Football Association’s refurbished headquarters and met players who represented the Concacaf nation at the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival in Azerbaijan

FIFA President Gianni Infantino poses for a group photo with Prime Minister of St. Lucia Philip J. Pierre and with U-15 players who played in the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival 2026

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup has seen a huge improvement compared to last year, according to FIFA specialists

The FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026™ has seen a huge improvement in standards compared to one year ago and the level of goalkeeping has been particularly eye-catching, according to the FIFA Technical Study Group (TSG)

FIFA Technical Study Group members are seen at the FIFA U17 Women's World Cup Bronze Final match 

FIFA thanks Emilio García Silvero for more than eight years of dedication to global football

After more than eight years leading the Legal & Compliance Division, Emilio García Silvero has expressed his wish to embark on a new chapter in his career and return to Spain after fifteen years of working abroad in the service of international football.

FIFA Chief Legal & Compliance Officer Emilio Garcia Silvero

A day in the life of... Valentina Grossi

Behind the on-court action, a dedicated team works to ensure that the match officials have what they need throughout the competition. Among them is Accommodation Coordinator Valentina Grossi, who has worked in FIFA's accommodation department for two years.

Valentina Grossi - Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026 - A day in the life of

Gianni Infantino launches game-changing pitch project in Aruba

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has marked the start of the first artificial pitch being laid as part of an ambitious collaboration with the Aruban Football Federation (AVB) to reshape the football landscape on the Caribbean island.

FIFA President Visits Aruba

FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival™ introduces ground-breaking format designed to help players and coaches develop

The FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival 2026™ saw the introduction of a groundbreaking format designed specifically for a tournament where the main aim is to help players develop and participate, rather than simply win. 

Somalia players celebrate during the FIFA Under-15 World Cup & Festival 2026

China PR’s Ma Xiaoxu makes history again, supported by FIFA Elite Performance: Coach Mentorship Programme

Former international Ma Xiaoxu was hired to coach China PR’s U-17 team in January and took them to an unprecedented quarter-final appearance at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026™. 

Ma Xiaoxu, Head Coach of China PR

The project will improve infrastructure and encourage more female participation

FIFA's Boots for All initiative will see 300 pairs of boots distributed in the region

Three mini-pitches are also expected to follow

The AVB are keen to work with lower-ranked clubs to improve infrastructure 

Five pitches will be laid in 2027

Two pitches will be laid this year in Aruba

The project will reshape the football landscape in Aruba

FIFA and the AVB have spent the last four years planning to establish seven artificial surfaces

The project was supported by USD 5.3 million in FIFA Forward funding

FIFA Forward-funded futsal arena helps Costa Rica's young stars realise Olympic dream

Costa Rica's young women's futsal players are representing their country on the Olympic stage at the Youth Olympic Futsal Tournaments Dakar 2026, having prepared for the historic competition at a facility built with the support of FIFA Forward Programme.

Gianni Infantino inaugurates FIFA Arena pitches and renovated facilities as Anguilla embraces range of FIFA programmes

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has inaugurated the first FIFA Arena pitches in Anguilla to give further impetus to the Caribbean island nation’s flourishing youth development strategy.

This excellent facility will be the centre of all football activities and provide the necessary infrastructure, opportunities and pathways for young girls and boys who want to play the sport,” Mr Infantino said

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