FIFA Female Health and Performance Project to advance research and knowledge for female athletes

As the women’s game continues its rapid growth around the world, understanding and meeting the unique health and performance needs of female players has become more important than ever. FIFA has launched the FIFA Female Health and Performance Project.

FIFA Fan Festival at FIFA World Cup 2026™ empowers people to become lifesavers with CPR training 

FIFA and American Heart Association will bring initiative to FIFA Fan Festival™ in Atlanta, Dallas, Philadelphia and New York New Jersey Fan Zone.  Fans will be able to take part in interactive CPR experiences from 11 June to 19 July and become lifesavers

FIFA and ‘Z’ announce agreement to bring FIFA World Cup 2026™ and major FIFA tournaments to audiences in India until 2034

FIFA has reached an agreement with ‘Z’ to broadcast and distribute a wide portfolio of FIFA competitions in India from 2026 to 2034, including the FIFA World Cup 2026™, the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ and the FIFA World Cup 2030™

The FIFA World Cup trophy (captured by drones)

‘Cooperation the beautiful game needs,’ as Brazilian Football Confederation host Cape Verdean Football Federation

 With the FIFA World Cup 2026™ just around the corner, FCF members have travelled to Rio de Janeiro to meet their counterparts at the CBF.

Members of the Cape Verdean Football Association are visiting Rio de Janeiro to meet with members of the Brazilian Football Association

Toronto line-up announced as FIFA World Cup 2026™ launches Countdown Concert across Canada, Mexico and the United States

Football and music are set to come together in Toronto as the first line-up tied to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Countdown Concert series is announced. 

 FIFA World Cup 2026 - Toronto city concerts announcement 

FIFA26 Canada launches 50/50 draw to support youth football 

As Canada prepares to welcome the world for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, fans in British Columbia and Ontario will have the opportunity to support the future of youth football across the country through the official FIFA World Cup 2026 Canada 50/50 Draws. 

Future and Tyla ramp up the anticipation with the latest single from the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album, Game Time, set to be performed at the opening ceremony in Los Angeles

Today, the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album continues to expand with the latest single, Game Time, featuring Future and Tyla via SALXCO UAM and Def Jam Recordings. 

Future and Tyla ramp up the anticipation with the latest single from the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album, Game Time

Royal Canadian Mint celebrates FIFA World Cup™ coming to Canada with a new one-dollar circulation coin

As the FIFA World Cup 2026™ comes to Canada, the Royal Canadian Mint is sharing the excitement of millions of football fans by issuing a new one Canadian dollar circulation coin commemorating the biggest sports event on the planet. 

ROYAL CANADIAN MINT CELEBRATES FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 COMING TO CANADA WITH A NEW $1 CIRCULATION COIN

Royal Canadian Mint celebrates FIFA World Cup 2026™ with new commemorative $1 coin

Royal Canadian Mint celebrates FIFA World Cup 2026™ with new commemorative coin

Growing the women’s game (May 2026)

Inside FIFA reviews some of the recent development work in women's football across diverse regions of the world during May 2026 including activity across four continents, plus a milestone working group convenes in Zurich. 

Turks and Caicos Island Football Association League Development programme

Women’s Club Licensing Workshop sets foundations for global standards 

   FIFA hosted the first meeting of the FIFA Women’s Club Licensing Working Group at the Home of FIFA in Zurich, Switzerland, earlier this month, bringing together representatives from all six confederations

FIFA Women’s Club Licensing Working Group

Beyond the host cities: FIFA World Cup 2026™ countdown enters its final stretch

The countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ has entered its final two weeks as teams begin to arrive in North America, prepare for friendly games and get in prime condition for the greatest show on the planet.

FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy and Ball Adidas Trionda 

FIFA Digital Football Strategy

FIFA unveils updated Digital Football Strategy to connect partners and platforms across global gaming and esports ecosystem

FIFA has today shared its updated, long-term Digital Football Strategy, providing fans and industry stakeholders with a key insight into FIFA’s priority areas in the football gaming and esports ecosystem.

Council of Europe Committee of Ministers delegation visits the Home of FIFA

As part of a long-standing partnership with FIFA, a delegation from the Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers has visited the Home of FIFA in Zürich, Switzerland.

Council of Europe Committee of Ministers at the Home of FIFA

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Team Base Camp Training Sites footprint finalised 

Another major organisational milestone has been reached on the road toward the game-changing FIFA World Cup 2026™, with the record 48 qualified teams finalising the selection of their Team Base Camp (TBC) Training Sites.  

adidas Trionda match ball

‘Canada ready’ says Prime Minister Mark Carney ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™

With less than three weeks until the opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, FIFA President Gianni Infantino and the Prime Minister of Canada joined forces in the nation’s capital to celebrate the growing soccer fever sweeping across the country.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino during a FIFA & Coca Cola World Cup Trophy Tour in Ottawa

FIFA delivers Essential Courses in Club Management workshop in Malawi to support professionalisation of domestic game

FIFA has delivered a FIFA Essential Course in Club Management workshop in Lilongwe, Malawi, as part of the African edition of the capacity-building initiative, which comes under the auspices of the FIFA Leagues and Clubs Professionalisation Programme.

FIFA Essential Courses in Club Management workshop in Malawi 

“Eyes of the world focused on North America,” FIFA President Gianni Infantino tells United Nations

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has told the United Nations in New York City how football and the FIFA World Cup™ brings the world together like no other event can.

FIFA President Infantino Attends Reception at Permanent Mission Of State Of Qatar in New York

The reception connected the legacy of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 ™ – the first held in the Arab world and the Middle East – as it continues into the FIFA World Cup 26™ co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States.

A special high-level reception which celebrated the unique capacity of football to bring people and nations together

“The world will stand still, and the eyes of the world will be focused on North America,” declared Mr Infantino.

“This FIFA World Cup starting in 20 days’ time will definitely be the biggest, the greatest one. We don’t need to make the FIFA World Cup great again, because it has always been great,” the FIFA President said.

Host organisation, the Permanent Mission of the State of Qatar to the United Nations in New York, was established with the country’s accession to the UN in 1971.

Through the words of the FIFA President and other speakers, those in attendance reflected on how the legacy of the FIFA World Cup continues to reinforce the role of football as a platform for international cooperation.

“Too often, we forget that we should be happy. We should try to enjoy the time that we are here, and the (FIFA) World Cup is exactly about that," the FIFA President said.

Mr Gianni Infantino has told the United Nations how football and the FIFA World Cup™ brings the world together like no other event can.

FIFA President Infantino was at the UN Headquarters to attend "From FIFA World Cup 2022 to FIFA World Cup 2026: A Legacy in Motion"

FIFA World Cup 2026™ takes centre stage at the United Nations

The United Nations Headquarters in New York became a focal point for football and diplomacy, as the “World Cup 2026 at the UN” event brought together Permanent Representatives, senior UN officials and the football community to mark World Football Week.

US Executive Director of the White House FIFA Taskforce Andrew GiulianI, Canada’s Secretary of Sport Adam van Koeverden, Mexico’s Representative to the FIFA World Cup Gabriela Cuevas, and UN representatives during World football week event at UN HQ 

Unlock the experience of a lifetime: FIFA Fan ID launches for FIFA World Cup 2026™

Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, FIFA has launched the FIFA Fan ID – a free, physical card and fan memento available to every ticket holder attending this year’s tournament. Fans can unlock an exclusive digital experience.

FIFA Fan ID launches for FIFA World Cup 2026™

FIFA World Cup 2026™ earns first-ever Sensory Inclusive Tournament recognition

Sensory spaces to be provided at all 16 stadiums across all 104 matches

FIFA World Football Week - Friendly Match at Home of FIFA 

Home of FIFA celebrates World Football Week

Friendly match at the Home of FIFA kicks off World Football Week

“Be Active” campaign encourages children to get moving to lead healthier, happier lives. FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström: “World Football Week is a very special event which represents the universality of football”

FIFA World Football Week - Friendly Match at Home of FIFA

Groups revealed for groundbreaking Youth Olympic Futsal Tournaments

Anticipation for the FIFA Youth Olympic Futsal Tournaments is at an all-time high following the official draw ceremonies which were held at the Home of FIFA in Zürich, Switzerland.

 FIFA Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026 Draw at Home of FIFA on May 21, 2026 in Zurich

FIFA World Cup 2026™ to feature sign language interpretation for all matches, additional accessible experiences to help all fans enjoy the global showcase

FIFA is dedicated to making sure that all fans – including those with disabilities and their families and friends – have an excellent experience at this year’s FIFA World Cup™. 

Accessibility during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 quarter-final match between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Bayern München at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on July 05, 2025 in Atlanta

Groups and match-ups revealed for FIFA U-17 World Cup™ and FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™

The groups and match-ups for this year’s FIFA U-17 World Cup™ and FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™ have been revealed following the draw at the Home of FIFA in Zürich, Switzerland.

 FIFA U-17 World Cup and FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup draw

Global hitmakers LISA, Anitta and Rema debut new single for the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album, to be performed at the Opening Ceremony in Los Angeles

Today, three of the world’s most culturally dominant artists – LISA, Anitta and Rema – come together on Goals, the latest release from the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album, out now via SALXCO UAM and Def Jam Recordings.

Global hitmakers LISA, Anitta and Rema debut new single for the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album

Draw procedures for this year’s FIFA U-17 World Cup™ and FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™ confirmed

FIFA has confirmed the draw procedures for this year’s editions of the FIFA U-17 World Cup™ and the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™.

Draw procedures FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026™ and FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026™

Gianni Infantino calls football “an excuse to unite” as the United Nations celebrates World Football Day

FIFA President addressed audience at the UN’s General Assembly Hall as part of the annual commemoration. Building off World Football Day, FIFA created World Football Week (21-25 May) to spotlight football’s unique power to spark health and fellowship.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino celebrates the World Football Day

Youth Olympic Futsal Tournaments Dakar 2026 draw to take place at Home of FIFA

Two Draws take place at Home of FIFA in Zurich, Switzerland on Thursday, 21 May of World Football Week

Draw Balls

Gibraltar: a decade of hard work beginning to bear fruit

Taking things step by step is often essential to achieving long-term progress and avoiding unnecessary setbacks. That approach perfectly sums up the first 10 years of the Gibraltar Football Association (GFA) as a FIFA Member Association (MA). 

Roy Chipolina celebrates a goal with the Gibraltar national team

BC Place Vancouver upgrades unveiled ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™

Major upgrades and renovations to BC Place Vancouver have been unveiled as the Canadian venue prepares to host seven FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches.

General view of BC Place during the natural grass pitch installation upgrades 

Exclusive Visa presale kicks off for FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026™

Tickets are on sale for matches to be contested across all four vibrant Host Cities: Bielsko-Biała, Katowice, Łódź and Sosnowiec

Visa presale FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026™

Betano unveiled as Tournament Supporter of FIFA World Cup 2026™ for Europe and South America

Building on support for FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ and FIFA Club World Cup 2025™, Betano returns to international stage as Tournament Supporter of FIFA World Cup 2026™

FIFA President Gianni Infantino receives Titan of Freedom award

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has received the Titan of Freedom award from the prestigious Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom in Miami, United States.

FIFA offers welcome and reassurance to IR Iran Football Federation in productive FIFA World Cup 2026™ meeting in Istanbul

A FIFA delegation led by FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström met with Islamic Republic of Iran Football Federation (FFIRI) officials in Istanbul, Turkey, to offer reassurance and support regarding Team Melli’s participation in the FIFA World Cup 2026™

A FIFA delegation led by FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström met on Saturday, 16 May with Islamic Republic of Iran Football Federation (FFIRI) officials in Istanbul, Turkey

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final Halftime Show will “touch hearts”, Gianni Infantino says

As it unfolds on “definitely the biggest stage ever”, the historic FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final Halftime Show will “touch the hearts of the people” thanks to its combination of spectacular star power and humanitarian impact, FIFA President Infantino said.

FIFA Legend Kaká, Global Citizen CEO Hugh Evans, Shakira and FIFA President Gianni Infantino at Spring Studios during Global Citizen Now Summit

FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026™ reflects “tremendous” women’s football growth, says Gianni Infantino

The FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026™ is “proof” that women’s football “continues to grow at a tremendous pace”, FIFA President Gianni Infantino told the audience in advance of the final tournament’s group-stage draw in Łódź, Poland.

FIFA Under-20 Women's World Cup Draw

China Media Group confirmed as official broadcaster in China PR for FIFA World Cup 2026™ and FIFA World Cup 2030™

FIFA has confirmed it has reached agreement with China Media Group (CMG) for the broadcast in China PR of all matches at the FIFA World Cup 2026™ and FIFA World Cup 2030™ as well as the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027™ and the FIFA Women's World Cup 2031™.

‘New chapter’ for Cameroonian football as FECAFOOT headquarters inaugurated

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has said the new Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT) headquarters will open “a new chapter in the great history” of the African country’s football development.

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