Gianni Infantino lauds potential impact of FIFA World Cup 2026™ at Washington DC forum

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has emphasised the transformative, long-term impact that the upcoming 48-team FIFA World Cup 2026™ will have on business, investment and society across the globe – and in the United States in particular.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino during CNBC Invest in America Forum

FIFA President joins Good Governance seminar for Caribbean leaders in Miami

FIFA President Gianni Infantino attended the final module ahead of the graduation ceremony for the FIFA Campus Executive Programme in Good Governance (Americas-Caribbean) in Miami, USA. 

FIFA Campus in Good Governance for Caribbean MAs

AIPS media delegation visits Home of FIFA in Zürich, Switzerland

Members of the Association Internationale de la Presse Sportive(AIPS) visited the Home of FIFA in Zürich, Switzerland, for the latest chapter in a long-standing collaboration between world football’s governing body and the global media organisation.

AIPS visit to FIFA

FIFA President Gianni Infantino celebrates FIFA Arena and FIFA Boots for All in Türkiye

FIFA President Gianni Infantino visited Istanbul Province to inaugurate two initiatives that will inspire and equip the next generation of Turkish footballers.

FIFA President attends FIFA Arena Sahasi Inauguration

 FIFA President Gianni Infantino helps Algeria celebrate milestone day for national football development

Just a couple months before making their exhilarating return to the FIFA World Cup™, Algeria was celebrating and cultivating its footballing future with the help of FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and FIFA Chief of Global Football Development Arsene Wenger meet with Algerian president Abdelmadjid Tebboune

"An example of how to develop football”: Korea Republic opens new national training centre with FIFA Forward support

The Korea Football Association (KFA) has opened a new national training centre, built with the support of the FIFA Forward Programme, to serve as the new heart for elite training, youth development and the continued growth of the game in the region.

Korea Republic - New national training center

Legends pay homage to FIFA President Gianni Infantino: “Genuinely passionate about football” 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has been warmly praised by a variety of personalities, including heads of state and FIFA World Cup™ winners, who spoke of his passion of the game, his knowledge and attention to detail during his first 10 years in the role.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino

First FIFA Arena in the United States inaugurated in Birmingham, Alabama

The city of Birmingham, Alabama, celebrated a historic milestone ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 ™ with the official opening of the first FIFA Arena facility in the United States.

ADI Predictstreet named official prediction market partner of the FIFA World Cup 2026™

FIFA has signed a landmark multi-year partnership with ADI Predictstreet, which has been appointed as the first-ever Official Partner for the prediction market category. 

FIFA x ADI - Partnership Signing Ceremony

Gianni Infantino launches FIFA Boots for All in Mexico, meets pioneering women footballers

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has visited the FMF newly renovated High Performance Centre (CAR) and taken part in the launch of the FIFA Boots for All programme in the country, which will co-host the FIFA World Cup 2026™ with Canada and the United States

FIFA President Gianni Infantino visiting the Mexican Football Federation’s (FMF) newly renovated High Performance Centre (CAR) 

FIFA President attends re-opening of Mexico City Stadium

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has attended the official reopening of the Mexico City Stadium, as the historic arena, where Pelé and Diego Maradona both enjoyed their finest FIFA World Cup™ moments, prepares to host the tournament for a record third time.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino waves to supporters during a friendly match between Mexico and Portugal

‘The world will stand still’ for FIFA World Cup 2026™ says FIFA President

FIFA President Gianni Infantino told the FII PRIORITY investment Summit in Miami that the FIFA World Cup will deliver a huge economic impact and predicted ‘the world will stand still’ for the tournament.

FIFA President at FII Priority 2026

FIFA, UNODC and global lawmakers unite in Zurich to strengthen fight against racism in football

Lawmakers from across the globe joined football stakeholders at the Home of FIFA in Zürich, Switzerland, last week for a two-day expert-group hearing aimed at strengthening criminal justice responses to racism in football.

FIFA and UNODC Expert Group Hearing

FIFA Arena project goes mobile as Gianni Infantino inaugurates first temporary mini-pitch in Paris

FIFA President takes part in match with FIFA Legends to officially open three-day event on historic Place de la Concorde in Paris, France.

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Children to benefit as FIFA President Gianni Infantino launches FIFA Boots for All

FIFA has purchased 20,000 pairs of football boots to be handed out for free to children around the world during project’s pilot phase

FIFA Council highlights power of football and the FIFA World Cup™ to build bridges and promote peace

FIFA’s steadfast commitment to peace and unity was at the core of the online FIFA Council meeting held at the Home of FIFA in Zurich, Switzerland, at which FIFA President Gianni Infantino called for peace.

FIFA Council Meeting 2026

President Gianni Infantino raises FIFA flag over Paris office

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has raised the FIFA flag above the organisation’s office in Paris, France, during a special ceremony to mark the presence of world football’s governing body in the city in which it was founded in 1904.

FIFA Paris Office Flag Ceremony

Tournament Poster unveiled in celebration of 100 Days to Go until FIFA World Cup 2026™

To mark 100 Days to Go, the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Tournament Poster makes its debut, celebrating the true spirit, excitement and unity of the global showpiece event.

FIFA World Cup 2026: 100 days to go

FIFA President welcomes IFAB consultation to improve player behaviour ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has welcomed The International Football Association Board’s (The IFAB) decision to examine how to improve player behaviour and increase respect of match officials ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the 140th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of The International Football Association Board (The IFAB) 

FIFA and Miami Dade College celebrate landmark partnership

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Miami Dade College (MDC) President Madeline Pumariega have officially celebrated a landmark partnership that bridges the worlds of global football and higher education.

FIFA President visits MDC

FIFA President thanks Member Associations for support during the last 10 years

On the 10th anniversary of his election as FIFA President, Gianni Infantino has written to the presidents of all 211 FIFA Member Associations, thanking them for their support and for helping FIFA transform the governance of the world’s most popular sport.

FIFA President and Secretary General Portraits

FIFA President attends inauguration of the Colombian Football Association’s high-performance facility

FIFA President Gianni Infantino attended the inauguration of the Colombian Football Association’s new High-Performance Accommodation Centre in Barranquilla, referring to the facility as “a symbol and…a source of pride”.

FIFA President visits Colombia

FIFA and the Board of Peace announce strategic partnership to drive recovery and peace through football

FIFA and the BoP have signed a landmark partnership agreement to actively source investment from international leaders and institutions harnessing the power of football to support recovery, stability and long-term development in conflict-affected regions.

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FIFA President visits Lebanon and discusses football development with President Aoun and Prime Minister Salam

Gianni Infantino has visited Lebanon, where he met President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam to talk about the next steps for developing football in the country, including a new football stadium.

FIFA President visits Lebanon

FIFA Forward revitalises Dominican football with the revamped San Cristóbal training centre

At a crucial moment for the growth of the sport in the Caribbean, the Dominican Football Association and FIFA have officially unveiled the revamped facilities at the San Cristóbal High Performance Centre. 

FIFA Forward transforms Dominican football with the renovated CAR in San Cristóbal

FIFA President receives Mongolia’s prestigious Friendship Medal

FIFA President Gianni Infantino welcomed a high-level delegation from the Mongolia Football Federation (MFF) to the Home of FIFA in Zürich, Switzerland, where he was presented with the country’s highest state honour for a foreigner, the Friendship Medal.

Mongolia Football Federation visits HoF

European teams have “fundamental” role in uniting the world at FIFA World Cup 2026™, Gianni Infantino tells 50th Ordinary UEFA Congress

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has underlined the “absolutely fundamental” role European countries will play in bringing “unity” and “solidarity” to the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

Meeting – 50th UEFA Ordinary Congress

FIFA to distribute 100,000 balls to US cities for FIFA World Cup 2026™ celebrations, Gianni Infantino announces

FIFA is to distribute 100,000 balls to 500 American cities to build excitement across the United States ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has announced.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino at The United States Conference of Mayors

Gianni Infantino calls FIFA Women’s Champions Cup™ “important step” as Arsenal win maiden edition 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has called the inaugural FIFA Women’s Champions Cup™ “an important step” after watching Arsenal Women FC defeat SC Corinthians in a “crazy” final to become the first winners of the competition. 

Arsenal Women FC v SC Corinthians - FIFA Women's Champions Cup 2026 Final

Burundi’s Intwari Stadium ready to make new heroes after FIFA Forward-funded refurbishment

The refurbished Intwari Stadium in Burundi has been officially inaugurated with the FIFA Forward-funded project providing the African country with a venue where it can once again play national team games on home soil.

Aerial view of the refurbished Intwari Stadium in Burundi 

FIFA President says FIFA Women’s World 2027™ in Brazil will be “unforgettable party”

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has promised that the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ in Brazil will be a glorious celebration of the game in a country which “lives and breathes football”.

FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ Tournament Launch

Brazil’s President Lula says FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ will be historic as he meets FIFA President

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has visited the President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, to discuss preparations the country’s preparations for hosting the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ - the first to be held in South America. 

FIFA President meets with Brazil President

Brazil goes epic as powerful FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ brand is unveiled in Rio de Janeiro

FIFA officially launched the journey to the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ with an engaging, culture  driven celebration in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, blending football, music, art and Brazilian flair at one of the world’s most iconic locations.

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FIFA Arena boost in Morocco as agreement signed for 30 mini-pitches

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has signed an agreement with the Royal Moroccan Football Association, the Ministry of National Education, Preschool and Sports of the Kingdom of Morocco, and OCP Group, a global leader in plant nutrition.

FIFA Signing Ceremony with FRMF, Goverment of Morocco and OPC Group 

Gianni Infantino tells World Economic Forum that "world stands still” for the FIFA World Cup™

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has told the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, about the impact of the FIFA World Cup™, saying that the world stands still for the tournament which brings joy and happiness to people everywhere.

Davos Kick-off for FIFA World Cup 2026

Hungarian Football Federation celebrates 125th anniversary 

Hungarian Football Federation (MLSZ) was founded on 19 January 1901

125th Anniversary Of The Hungarian Football Federation Celebrations

FIFA President meets Mohamed Abdallahi Ould Louly, Mauritania's Minister of Youth Empowerment, Sports and Public Service

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said that Mauritania was an “excellent collaborator” in the mission to develop football after meeting the country’s Minister of Youth Empowerment, Sports and Public Service, Mohamed Abdallahi Ould Louly.

FIFA President meeting with Islamic Republic of Mauritania Minister of Youth Empowerment, Sports and Civil Service Mohamed Abdallahi Louly 

FIFA President and South Africa's Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture sign Host Agreement for FIFA Regional Development Office in Johannesburg

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and South Africa's Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie have signed a Host Agreement for the FIFA Regional Development Office (RDO) in Johannesburg during a ceremony in Rabat, Morocco. 

FIFA Signing Ceremony with South African Football Association and South Africa Government

Over 500 million ticket requests submitted as FIFA World Cup 2026™ Random Selection Draw application period concludes

The global excitement for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ has reached unprecedented levels, with more than half a billion ticket requests submitted during the Random Selection Draw ticket sales phase.

FIFA and Lenovo unveil multiple AI-powered innovations ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™

FIFA and Lenovo have unveiled a series of technological innovations driven by AI that are set to enhance officiating technologies, match analysis capabilities and performance, and drive fan engagement ahead of theFIFA World Cup 2026™.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Lenovo Chairman and CEO Yuanqing Yang at Lenovo Tech World 2026

FIFA and Dubai Sports Council sign partnership agreement for new awards to celebrate the best in football annually

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council (DSC), have announced the launch of a new annual world football awards event in Dubai. 

FIFA World Cup 2026™ ticket demand breaks all records

At the halfway point of the ongoing Random Selection Draw ticketing phase, the FIFA World Cup 2026™ is already breaking records as over 150 million ticket requests have been submitted to date by fans from over 200 countries. 

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