New technical centre marks FIFA’s latest investment in the growth of Grenadian football

The Grenada Football Association (GFA) broke ground on its new Technical Development Centre in Simon in late 2025. Funded by the FIFA Forward Programme, the facility represents only part of FIFA’s effort to develop the game across the Caribbean country.

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Al-Ahli and Auckland FC to kick off FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2026™ in Jeddah

Al-Ahli and Auckland FC will kick off the FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2026™ when they meet in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Wednesday, 26 August 2026.

FIFA African-Asian-Pacific Cup

Burundian MA President Muyenge thanks FIFA for “fruitful collaboration” during Zurich visit

The President of the Football Federation of Burundi (FFB) Alexandre Muyenge has thanked FIFA for its “fruitful collaboration” during a visit to the Home of FIFA in Zurich, Switzerland, where he had various meetings.

Burundian Football Association President Evariste Ndayishimiye with FIFA Deputy Chief Member Associations Officer Gelson Fernandes

FIFA announces new editions of the FIFA Diploma in Club Management and the FIFA Players Executive Programme 

FIFA is pleased to announce the fourth edition of the FIFA Diploma in Club Management, alongside the FIFA Players Executive Programme for its second edition, both of which are set to kick off in November 2026 and run until April 2028. 

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Brazil’s futebol arte to be celebrated as the Final Draw for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ heads to Rio’s Museum of Modern Art

The Final Draw for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ is set to take place on Friday, 11 December 2026 at the Museum of Modern Art in Rio de Janeiro (MAM Rio). 

A view of the Rio de Janeiro Museum of Modern art

From the Air Dome to the grassroots, Mongolia lays a football foundation with FIFA support

Saddled with long and harsh winters, fluctuating temperatures and the lowest population density of any FIFA member, the Mongolian Football Federation (MFF) combines creativity with FIFA assistance to grow football in challenging conditions.

A bird's eye view of Mongolia's newly constructed air-dome at the MFF National Teams Training Centre

Bolivia opens the country’s second FIFA Arena mini-pitch in Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Bolivia inaugurates the country's second FIFA Arena mini-pitch in Santa Cruz de la Sierra

The FBF has inaugurated a new FIFA Arena mini-pitch in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, located just a stone’s throw away from the iconic Estadio Ramón Tahuichi Aguilera. 

Gianni Infantino: FIFA’s mission is to grow football everywhere and narrow the global gap

 FIFA President Gianni Infantino has called for the gap between the biggest football countries and the rest of the world to be narrowed, with FIFA committed to providing the best possible “opportunities, access and resources2

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Anguilla Football Association President Girdon Connor pose for a photo at the CFU Presidents Meeting

FIFA President Gianni Infantino poses for a photo at the CFU Presidents Meeting

FIFA President Gianni Infantino poses for a photo at the CFU Presidents' Meeting

“To grow football in every corner of the world”: FIFA President meets CFU Member Associations in Dominican Republic

“To grow football in every corner of the world”: FIFA President meets Caribbean Football Union (CFU) members in Dominican Republic

FIFA President Gianni Infantino met FIFA MAs from the CFU in the Dominican Republic, on the sidelines of a FIFA Forward-supported CFU U-14 Challenge Series – an event which he said showed the benefits of investing in the game globally.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino attends the CFU Presidents’ Meeting 2026

Bolivia has inaugurated its first FIFA Arena mini-pitch in La Paz

Bolivia inaugurates the world’s highest FIFA Arena mini-pitch in La Paz

The Bolivian Football Association has opened its first FIFA Arena mini-pitch in Munaypata, north-west La Paz. 

FIFA Arena inauguration on August 19, 2026 in La Paz, Bolivia

FIFA Disciplinary Committee imposes sanctions following incidents at FIFA World Cup 2026™

After a thorough assessment of the relevant cases, the FIFA Disciplinary Committee has imposed sanctions for incidents at different FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches.

A general view during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium 

Peru opens its first FIFA Arena mini-pitch and launches FIFA’s Boots for All Programme in the country

The Peruvian Football Association has opened the country’s first FIFA Arena mini-pitch in San Luis, Lima while 30 local boys and girls received football boots as FIFA’s Boots for All Programme was launched in Peru. 

Peru inaugurates its first FIFA Arena mini-pitch and launches FIFA’s ‘Boots for All’ programme

Mauritanian FA President Ahmed Yahya lauds FIFA Forward impact

Football’s accelerating growth in Mauritania is a testament not only to the game’s powerful potential, but the fruitful partnership between FIFA and the Football Federation of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania (FFRIM).

Mauritania fans 

FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ to take women’s game to new heights, says Gianni Infantino

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has said the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ will provide women’s football with a massive boost as the showpiece tournament heads to South America for the very first time.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Player-first approach at the heart of FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ match schedule

A significant milestone was reached today in the preparations for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™, with the tournament Match Schedule being unveiled on Thursday 20 August alongside the Play-Off Tournament draw.

FIFA’s Chief Women's Football Officer Dame Sarai Bareman

Fixtures for preliminary phase of FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ Play-Off Tournament confirmed following draw

The draw for the preliminary phase of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™  Play-Off Tournament took place today at the Home of FIFA in Zurich as the six participating teams learned their fate.

FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ brand launch

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ match schedule unveiled

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ champions to lift trophy at Maracanã as match schedule unveiled

FIFA has today unveiled the match schedule for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™, confirming when and where all 64 fixtures will be played across Brazil’s eight vibrant Host Cities. 

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ match schedule

FIFA to host special Football Law Annual Review on new transfer regulations

FIFA will host a special edition of its Football Law Annual Review, dedicated entirely to the new FIFA Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players, (RSTP) on 29 October 2026.

A general view during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final

FIFA President Gianni Infantino congratulates finalists, organisers after WAFCON final in Morocco

Following Cameroon’s historic triumph over surprising Malawi in Sunday’s  CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026 (WAFCON) final, FIFA President Gianni Infantino labeled the tournament a “huge, huge success” while congratulating both teams. 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino attends the CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations final

Malawi reaps benefit of grassroots investment with historic qualification for FIFA Women’s World Cup

Malawi’s historic qualification for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ has not just happened by accident. The Football Association of Malawi (FAM), with support from the FIFA Forward Programme, has been investing in women’s football for years.

Tabitha Chawinga of Malawi, Malawi celebrates with fans 

Draw procedures for the preliminary phase of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ Play-Off Tournament confirmed

The draw procedures for the preliminary phase of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ Play-Off Tournament are now available on FIFA.com. The draw itself will take place at the Home of FIFA in Zurich at 14:00 local time (CEST) on Thursday, 20 August 2026.

Biggest digital football activation in FIFA history rolled out for FIFA World Cup 2026™

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ was the largest digital football activation in FIFA’s history, with over 225 million players having engaged across FIFA-branded games, activations and digital experiences during FIFA’s flagship men’s competition.

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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FIFA President attends the inauguration of the new President of Colombia

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has attended the inauguration of the new President of Colombia Abelardo de la Espriella in Santiago de Cali as well as a football festival for girls and boys in the same city.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino during a visit to Colombia

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

Growing the women’s game (July 2026)

Activity across various FIFA’s programmes with updates from four continents including numerous festivals held across Africa, plus major new FIFA Women’s National Team Preparation Programme reaches milestone. 

FIFA Women's Football Campaign in Macau

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

FIFA launches Sustainability & Human Rights Strategy for FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™

 FIFA has today unveiled the Sustainability & Human Rights Strategy for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™. 27 targeted initiatives set to deliver outcomes across environmental, human rights and local economic development topics

FIFA launches Sustainability & Human Rights Strategy for FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027 (Photographer: Thais Magalhães / CBF)

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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Clarifications on FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal

We have heard the feedback provided by the respective confederations in relation to the proposed establishment of FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) and would like to address the issues that have surfaced since the initial media reporting on Tuesday. 

FIFA emblem at the Home of FIFA

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. 

“A seed that generates life”: Mexico City renovates 500 football pitches as FIFA World Cup leaves impressive legacy

Mexico City warmly embraced the FIFA World Cup 2026™ and the tournament will leave an impressive legacy as the city government uses the event as a springboard to renovate 500 pitches, breathing life into communities around the vast metropolis.

The FIFA Fan Festival in Mexico City on June 29, 2026 in Mexico City, Mexico

FIFA World Cup 2026™ disciplinary update

The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has taken the following measures in relation to incidents at the FIFA World Cup 2026™

Trionda Ball - FIFA World Cup 2026

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 

Visa and FIFA mark almost 20 years of success with partnership extension

FIFA is delighted to announce that Visa has extended its global partnership with world football’s governing body, further strengthening one of the sport’s longest-standing and most successful commercial relationships.

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