FIFA Statement

FIFA will not support, facilitate or tolerate any process concerning the election of the FIFA President that is inconsistent with FIFA’s Statutes, democratic procedures and established governance framework. 

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Brazil opens two more regional technical development centres with support from the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ Legacy Fund

Two more regional technical centres have been opened in Brazil, benefitting local communities in the states of Espírito Santo and Piauí, with support from the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ Legacy Fund.

Inauguration of Development Centre, Piau

FIFA leadership holds constructive and positive meeting in Rabat, Morocco

Following a meeting in Rabat, Morocco, the FIFA Secretary General and members of the FIFA Management Board in attendance reaffirmed their full support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino, as the only official elected by the 211 FIFA Member Associations. 

FIFA leadership meets in Rabat, Morocco

Statement attributable to the FIFA President

The intent of the FIFA Forward Enterprise project was to provide a basis for further strengthening our Member Associations and our sport worldwide. 

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FIFA President tells Member Associations new subsidiary would be ‘golden opportunity’ to increase football development

 FIFA President Gianni Infantino has said that the creation of the proposed FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) subsidiary represents a golden opportunity to greatly increase the development of football around the world. 

FIFA intends to expand football development funding to over USD 10 billion subject to approval by FIFA Member Associations 

If approved, football development in every corner of the world would benefit immediately from increased funding available to all 211 FIFA Member Associations (MAs)

 FIFA intends to expand football development funding to over USD 10 billion subject to approval by FIFA Member Associations 

FIFA Fan Festival™ extends historic FIFA World Cup 2026™ experience to millions with record-breaking celebrations across all three host countries

As the FIFA World Cup 2026™ concluded in thrilling fashion with Spain’s victory over Argentina, the curtain also came down on a record-breaking edition of the FIFA Fan Festival™, the most expansive yet.

FIFA Fan Festival

FIFA World Cup 2026™: FIFA President message

FIFA World Cup 2026: FIFA President message. My message for all those who… To everyone who missed our beautiful game, the emotions, the celebrations, the laughter, the crying, the deception, and the joy.

A general view during the Topps Final Halftime Show 

FIFA President calls for stronger global action on road safety at United Nations Special Envoy for Road Safety Leadership Roundtable

Speaking at the UN Road Safety Leadership Roundtable, which took place in New York on the sidelines of the High-Level Meeting on Road Safety, FIFA President Gianni Infantino called for stronger global action to improve road safety.

UN Road Safety meeting message

FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund announces grants for 31 additional community organisations across 18 countries

FIFA and Global Citizen have announced the second group of community-based organisations selected to receive grants from the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund.

FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund Awards Grants to First Group of Community-  Based Organizations Providing Access to Education and Football to Children

FIFA President delighted by ‘record-smashing’ FIFA World Cup 2026

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has said the FIFA World Cup 2026™ “destroyed every record” after the first 48-team edition in the tournament’s history came to a spectacular end.

Rodri #16 of Spain is presented the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy by U.S. President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Gianni Infantino lauds “incredible success story” as FIFA World Cup 2026™ reaches historic climax

FIFA President Gianni Infantino spoke to FIFA Member Association (MA) executives on Saturday in New York, the site of Sunday’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ final between Spain and Argentina.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Member Association Breakfast

FIFA President Gianni Infantino aims to “unleash the commercial potential and opportunity that FIFA has” after FIFA World Cup 2026™ success

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has said the resounding success of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in Canada, Mexico and the United States has provided new “opportunities that we don’t use today” for investment in the game and states.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Member Association Breakfast 

Gianni Infantino: FIFA World Cup 2026™ has 'exceeded all expectations'

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has declared that the FIFA World Cup 2026™ has surpassed every expectation set for it and has been the “greatest FIFA World Cup of all time”.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and President of the United States Donald J. Trump

FIFA President addresses United Nations conference on youth mental health

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has addressed a United Nations Youth Office (UNYO) conference on youth mental health, saying that it is another example of an area where football’s benefits can be felt well beyond the confines of the pitch.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks at the United Nations Youth Office conference on youth mental health

FIFA World Cup 2026™ shines spotlight on FIFA Clearing House and training rewards as USD 1 billion milestone approaches

Since getting up and running in November 2022, the FIFA Clearing House has transformed the calculation and distribution of training rewards across world football, with almost USD 1 billion in training rewards generated in that period

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FIFA Foundation pledges USD 1 million to support communities affected by Venezuela earthquake

The FIFA Foundation has announced a commitment of USD 1 million from its Humanitarian Fund to support relief efforts following the devastating earthquake that has affected communities across Venezuela.

Panama and England players hold a minute of silence for the victims of the earthquake in Venezuela

Justin Bieber to co-headline FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final Halftime Show with Madonna, Shakira and BTS

FIFA and Global Citizen are pleased to announce that global superstar Justin Bieber has joined as co-headliner of the historic FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final Halftime Show, taking place on Sunday, 19 July 2026, at New York New Jersey Stadium.

Final four FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches to be played with TRIONDA FINAL Official Match Ball

With fewer than two weeks to go until the final of the biggest-ever FIFA World Cup™ in New York New Jersey, adidas has revealed the TRIONDA FINAL – the Official Match Ball for the semi-finals, bronze final and final of the record-setting tournament. 

TRIONDA FINAL Official Match Ball

Gianni Infantino inspired by Toronto’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ Unsung Hero 

Whisper it quietly: FIFA World Cup 2026™ Unsung Hero Alessia Commisso has always been more of a basketball fan. 

 Gianni Infantino inspired by Toronto’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ Unsung Hero

Full stadiums, great atmosphere and thrilling football: Gianni Infantino delighted with FIFA World Cup 2026™

 FIFA President Gianni Infantino has said that he is delighted with the FIFA World Cup 2026™ so far, saying it has produced full stadiums, a passionate atmosphere and thrilling football.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match between England and Ghana

Gianni Infantino, Princess Takamado celebrate FIFA World Cup Match 1,000 with sell-out crowd 

It was an unforgettable scene that fit the historic occasion, as a colourful and boisterous sell-out crowd at Monterrey Stadium – plus a masterful performance by Japan – highlighted match number 1,000 of the FIFA World Cup on Saturday, 20 June.

Chief tournament officer Jürgen Mainka, Monterrey President Manuel Filizola, FIFA President Gianni infantino, Pedro Esquivel and Alejandro Hutt

FIFA and IDB Group launch FIFA Arena programme in Mexico to create lasting opportunities through football

FIFA and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Group have launched the FIFA Arena programme in Mexico, a landmark initiative that will deliver eight community football mini-pitches across urban and rural communities.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) President Ilan Goldfajn

FIFA's Member Associations gather in Miami to shape the future of the global game

The FIFA Executive Football Summits 2026 in Miami, United States, have brought together representatives of FIFA Member Associations (MAs) from around the world to exchange ideas, strengthen relationships and shape the future of the game. 

FIFA Executive Summit 2026

FIFA President Gianni Infantino says start of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ has “gone beyond our expectations”

After attending five matches in five stadiums across each of the three host countries, FIFA President Gianni Infantino said the FIFA World Cup 2026™ has kicked off “in a very, very successful way” that has “gone beyond our expectations”.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the FIFA Executive Football Summits 2026 

FIFA President says opening FIFA World Cup™ match is “a moment of joy and celebration”

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said that the opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ would be a moment of joy and celebration, and sent a message of unity, as he addressed the world’s media at the opening press conference on the eve of the game.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaking at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Press Conference

FIFA and FIFPRO sign landmark agreement to usher in new era of collaboration and player representation in global football governance

On the eve of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, FIFA and FIFPRO have concluded a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), opening a new chapter in cooperation between the two organisations and football governance in general. 

FIFA x FIFPRO

FIFA President tells LA to prepare for “truly a historic moment” as FIFA World Cup 2026™ approaches

FIFA President Gianni Infantino told guests at the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Kick-off Party to prepare for “truly a historic moment” as the city prepares to host the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino during Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Kickoff Party at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

AB InBev expands global agreement with FIFA ahead of history-making FIFA World Cup 2026™

AB InBev and FIFA have announced an extension to their global partnership agreement, with the world’s leading brewer becoming the Official Beer Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup™ through 2030, in addition to next year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™. 

FIFA Presidents Attends Meeting With AB InBev For Partnership Extension - 2027-2030

FIFA Arena opens in Central Park, the first of 26 mini-pitches to be installed across New York

 FIFA marked a historic day in New York City as the first of 26 FIFA Arena mini-pitches across the city was officially inaugurated in Central Park and a huge, free watch party for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ final was announced.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino during FIFA Arena inauguration at Central Park, New York

FIFA President Gianni Infantino opens “Legacies of Champions”, a FIFA Museum exhibit in New York City

In partnership with Hyundai Motor Company, “Legacies of Champions” tells the story of the previous 22 FIFA World Cup™ tournaments through artefacts and displays.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and FIFA Legends pose alongside Jules Rimet Trophy 

Gianni Infantino celebrates Italian heritage and football’s influence at New York City event

Although Italy’s legendary national team will not be competing at the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026™, Italian-Americans in the New York New Jersey region still believe in the power of football to bind and uplift communities. 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks at Old Saint Patrick’s Cathedral in Lower Manhattan

FIFA President welcomes Team One at training camp in Miami

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has personally greeted the 170 referees, assistant referees and video match officials who will be overseeing the FIFA World Cup 2026™ across Mexico, Canada and the United States.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino poses for a photo with the referees, assistant referees and video match officials who will be overseeing the FIFA World Cup 2026™ 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino meets with Brazil’s Minister of Sport at threshold of historic period 

As Brazil eagerly prepares to take two historic turns under the global spotlight, FIFA President Gianni Infantino met with Brazil’s Minister of Sport, Paulo Henrique Cordeiro, in Miami, United States.

FIFA President Meets Brazilian Sports Minister in Miami

Uruguay reinforce Complejo Celeste as leading high-performance centre for development of national game

La AUF inauguró obras del proyecto integral de remodelación del Complejo Celeste. Con apoyo del Programa Forward concretó la renovación de la cancha sintética y de su sistema de riego, así como la recuperación de espacios verdes para uso deportivo.

Uruguayan Football Association (AUF) inaugurates projects supported by FIFA Forward at the Complejo Celeste 

Gianni Infantino visits the ‘heart’ of the FIFA World Cup 2026™

FIFA President Gianni Infantino visited the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Tournament Operations Center (TOC) in Miami on 4 June 2026, meeting the staff responsible for coordinating the complex operations across the greatest show on earth.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino during Tournament Operations Center Tour

FIFA shares details on landmark Club Benefits Programme for FIFA World Cup 2026™ 

FIFA has shared further details on the new distribution principles of the FIFA Club Benefits Programme (CBP) for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, which is set to deliver unprecedented rewards to clubs across all confederations.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Club benefit Programme 

Miami celebrates as Emilio Estefan launches FIFA World Cup 2026™ song ‘Love Always Wins’

‘Love Always Wins’, the new song written and produced by Latin pop legend Emilio Estefan for the official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album, was launched at a celebratory event at the Gary Nader Arts Center in Miami, United States.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino in attendance at the launch of Emilio Estefan's FIFA World Cup 2026™ song

“Exactly what FIFA stands for”: FIFA President participates in opening of refurbished community football pitch in Miami

FIFA President Gianni Infantino participated in the inauguration of a refurbished community pitch in Miami, 12 days before the first of seven FIFA World Cup 2026 matches to be held in the city, and said the project was “exactly what FIFA stands for”.

KIPP Miami Public Schools: Football Pitch Refurbishment - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

KIPP Miami, Gumball 3000 Foundation and FIFA Foundation USA celebrate official unveiling of refurbished community football pitch

KIPP Miami Public Schools, in partnership with Gumball 3000 Foundation and FIFA Foundation USA, have celebrated the official unveiling and ribbon-cutting of the newly refurbished football pitch at KIPP Miami’s North Campus in Miami-Dade County.

Bank of America and FIFA partner with Veteran Tickets Foundation (Vet Tix) to offer thousands of FIFA World Cup 2026™ tickets to veterans, current military and first responders

Bank of America (BofA) and Veteran Tickets Foundation (Vet Tix) have committed to provide 4,547 tickets in various categories, including the semi-final and final, to U.S. military veterans, current military personnel, first responders and their families.

FIFA World Cup Trophy 

FIFA World Cup 2026™ International Broadcast Centre opens in Dallas

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has hailed the FIFA World Cup 2026™ International Broadcast Centre (IBC) in Dallas as "absolutely incredible" as the state-of-the-art facility was officially inaugurated at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Centre.

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