Gianni Infantino and Trinidad and Tobago Football Association President discuss women’s football development in twin-island republic

FIFA President and Trinidad and Tobago Football Association (TTFA) President Kieron Edwards meet in Miami, United States. Mr Infantino says the “productive meeting” focused on the development of women’s football in the Caribbean country

FIFA President Gianni Infantino poses for a photo with Trinidad and Tobago Football Association President Kieron Edwards

Growing the women’s game (June 2025)

nside FIFA reviews some of the recent development work in diverse regions of the world during June 2025 including Indonesia, Greece, Ghana, Paraguay, Panama, Colombia and Puerto Rico. 

Paraguay’s ongoing commitment to developing women’s football was again on display with a FIFA Women’s Football Campaign festival hosted during FIFA World Football Week

USA remain on top despite major South American strides in latest FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking

Stars and Stripes feeling heat despite flying high atop FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking. Buoyant Brazil now just below podium, Colombia enter top 20

Marta Silva of Brazil (L) celebrates 

Morocco to host “milestone” FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2025™, says Gianni Infantino

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has called the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2025™ “a true milestone for women’s football” and praised Morocco for its work in developing the game during a video address that was part of the group-stage draw in Rabat.

A video message from FIFA President Gianni Infantino is played at the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Draw

Growing the women’s game (May 2025)

With numerous assistance programmes available to member associations, Inside FIFA reviews some of the recent Women's Football development work in diverse regions of the world during April and May 2025. 

FIFA League Development programme Tegucigalpa, Honduras

“Unlock dreams” for young women footballers, FIFA Chief Football Officer Jill Ellis tells 75th FIFA Congress

FIFA Chief Football Officer Jill Ellis urged the 75th FIFA Congress in Paraguay to “create opportunities and unlock dreams for young footballers all over the world” to keep the women’s game growing rapidly.

FIFA Chief Football Officer Jill Ellis speaks during the 75th FIFA Congress

FIFA World Cup 2034™ presents “huge opportunities” for investment in Saudi Arabia, Gianni Infantino says

The FIFA World Cup 2034 offers huge opportunities for investment in Host Nation Saudi Arabia, FIFA President Gianni Infantino said during the Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum 2025 in the country’s capital Riyadh. 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks with Chairman of the FII Institute Executive Committee Richard Attias during the Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum 2025 

FIFA Council takes landmark decisions on the future of the FIFA Women’s World Cup™ and on the fight against racism

After consultation with the confederations and other stakeholders, the FIFA Council has unanimously decided to expand the number of participating teams in the FIFA Women’s World Cup™ from 32 to 48 as of the 2031 edition.

The FIFA Women's World Cup Trophy is lifted

The stage is set: beloved Brazilian icons present FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Host Cities and stadiums

In a country of continental proportions, each city selected to host the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ possesses its own distinct beauty and cultural heritage, ready to be showcased to the world – along with celebrated icons.

Adriana Lima

Eight vibrant Host Cities to dazzle the world at the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™

FIFA, joined by a host of prominent and high-profile Brazilians, officially announced  the eight Host Cities and their respective stadiums for the historic edition of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™, marking a memorable milestone.

Member Associations submit bidding agreements for 2031 and 2035 editions of FIFA Women’s World Cup™

In line with the established timeline for the bidding processes for the 2031 and 2035 editions of the FIFA Women’s World Cup™, FIFA has received bidding agreements from Member Associations.

FIFA Women's World Cup Trophy

Back in the Top 50 and keeping their World Cup dreams alive, Paraguay's development efforts pay off

Paraguay last featured in the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking Top 50 in July 2023. They also cemented their ambition to return to the World Cup for the first time since 2010.  APF Head of Development speaks about this.

Image > Players of Paraguay pose for a team photo prior to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers match vs Chile

FIFA supports the development of the Copa Federal Femenina in Argentina

FIFA's Forward Development Programme has provided financial and strategic support for the Copa Federal Femenina Argentina since it's first in 2021. Jill Ellis, FIFA's Chief Football Officer, watched Newell's Old Boys lift the trophy in the 4th edition.

Newell’s Old Boys women’s team celebrates after winning theArgentina Copa Federal Femenina

Growing the women’s game (April 2025)

With numerous assistance programmes available to member associations, Inside FIFA reviews some of the recent Women's Football development work in diverse regions of the world. 

FIFA Women's Football Development Programme - Turks and Caicos Islands

FIFA celebrates historic step for women’s football at LA28 Olympic Games

FIFA is pleased with the decision taken by the Executive Board of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to approve a proposal for 16 women’s and 12 men’s teams to participate in the Olympic Football Tournaments at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

General view inside the stadium as the Olympic Rings can be seen

FIFA receives confirmations of interest in hosting 2031 and 2035 editions of FIFA Women’s World Cup™

FIFA has received valid bids from FIFA Member Associations in North America and Europe to host the 2031 and 2035 editions of the FIFA Women’s World Cup, respectively. The FIFA administration will conduct thorough bidding and evaluation processes.

FIFA Club World Cup™ “opens up opportunities” for the world, Gianni Infantino tells UEFA Congress 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has said the new FIFA Club World Cup gives “citizens of all the countries” the unique opportunity to become world champions in a speech to the 49th UEFA Ordinary Congress in Belgrade, Serbia.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the 49th Ordinary UEFA Congress

FIFA Club Management Workshops strengthening professional game in Nicaragua and Suriname

FIFA has underlined its commitment to football development in the Concacaf region by holding two FIFA Club Management Workshops last week

Gibraltar rock past multiple milestones in FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking™

A new name appeared in the December 2024 edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking™ as Gibraltar's arrival swelled the list of ranked international teams to 195.

Gibraltar's line-up v Faroe Islands

FIFA Secretary General hails new FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ as “the missing piece” in the football ecosystem

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström has highlighted the array of opportunities afforded by the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup 2025™, attending an expert panel at The Business of Soccer conference in Los Angeles, Unitrd States.

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström

Growing the women’s game (March 2025)

FIFA's numerous women’s football development programmes for member associations were again in evidence during March 2025 with activity highlighted from four confederations, while world football's governing body laid out a new era for club competitions. 

FIFA Women's Football Campaign in Uganda 

FIFA Women’s Football Benchmarking Report expanded to offer detailed global insights and recommendations

FIFA has today published the fourth edition of Setting the Pace  – its informative benchmarking report that provides insights into the factors that drive success in women’s football clubs and leagues.

FIFA Women’s Football Benchmarking Report 2024

Gianni Infantino calls on Concacaf to keep women’s football in focus

The FIFA President has encouraged North and Central American and Caribbean FIFA Member Associations (MAs) to continue their efforts in developing women’s football ahead of a potential bid from the Concacaf region to host the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2031™.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks at the 40th Concacaf Ordinary Congress 

Oumou Kane: Women’s football taking off in Mauritania

Oumou Kane, Director of the Department of Women’s Football within the Mauritanian Football Association (FFRIM), took part in FIFA’s Women in Football Leadership programme. Under her guidance, the sport is experiencing a boom in the country.

FIFA Women's Football Convention - Part 1 - 06-Jun, 2019

African delight and Japanese jump amid FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking™ highlights

The latest instalment of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking™ marks a number of milestones. 

Lilian Awuor, goalkeeper of Kenya celebrates victory with teammates during the 2026 Women's Africa Cup Of Nations Qualifier between Tunisia and Kenya

Timelines and formats of landmark FIFA women’s club competitions confirmed

FIFA will usher in a new era for women’s club football on the global stage from 2026 onwards, with the introduction of the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup™ and the organisation’s new flagship tournament: the FIFA Women’s Club World Cup™.

View of fans inside the stadium 

FIFA Council approves unprecedented prize money pot for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ and takes key decisions on women’s competitions

FIFA’s robust financial foundation to develop football around the world took centre stage at the meeting of the FIFA Council, which unanimously approved the Annual Report 2024, including the revised budget revenue target of USD 13 billion for 2023-2026.

A general view during FIFA Council meeting no.31

How the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ is redefining football Down Under

Eighteen months may have already passed since Spain joyously lifted the FIFA Women’s World Cup™ trophy at Sydney's Stadium Australia but the tournament's transformative impact is unfolding in real time.

Beyond Greatness™ Community Football Tournament - FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023

Nina Patalon and Poland climb to new heights 

Poland's landmark 2024 saw them book their place at UEFA Women's EURO 2025. Head coach Nina Patalon discusses how women's football is developing in her country

Nina Patalon of Poland gestures 

Milestone moment for Oceanian female match officials

Eleven FIFA match officials representing New Zealand, Fiji, Solomon Islands, Tonga and Samoa officiated at the OFC Men’s Champions League 2025 - Qualifying becoming the first OFC men's tournament to feature an all-female officiating team. 

Match officials at the OFC Men’s Champions League 2025 - Qualifying held at CIFA Academy, Cook Islands

South Sudan kick off qualifying for FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™

South Sudan’s women’s team kicked off qualifying for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ as they faced Algeria in a stadium given a major recent facelift by FIFA funding.

South Sudan pose for a team photo ahead of their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualification match against Algeria

Growing the women’s game (February 2025)

Inside FIFA looks back at just some of the significant recent activity which has helped build the footprint of women’s football globally during February 2025. 

FIFA Women’s Football Campaign festival in Paraguay

Betzaida Ubri enthused by growth sparked by FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Dominican Republic 2024™

Ubri was at the helm of the host nation at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Dominican Republic 2024™. In December, she made the step up to take charge of the U-20 and senior women’s teams. She analyses the impact of the World Cup and praises FIFA’s support.

 Betzaida Ubri, Head Coach of Dominican, gives the team instructions

January 2025 transfer window breaks multiple records in both men’s and women’s football

The most recent transfer window once again set new all-time highs in both men’s and women’s professional football, as confirmed by FIFA’s International Transfer Snapshot (January 2025).

Donyell Malen of Aston Villa in action

Applications open for third edition of FIFA’s Elite Performance: Coach Mentorship Programme for women

Following the recent expansion of FIFA’s Women’s Development Programme, applications are now open for the third edition of FIFA’s Elite Performance: Coach Mentorship Programme for women. 

FIFA Coach Mentorship programme 

History-making Samoa team takes World Cup preparation to new level

The Samoa Under-17 women’s team is determined to be one of the best prepared teams from Oceania to ever travel to a FIFA World Cup.

U17 Women's Team of Samoa

International transfers reach historic high in 2024

FIFA has today published the Global Transfer Report 2024 alongside the interactive Global Transfer Report website, offering users an engaging platform to explore detailed transfer data and trends for each association around the world. 

Global Transfer Report 2024

Growing the women’s game (January 2025)

Inside FIFA looks back at just some of the significant recent activity which has helped build the footprint of women’s football globally during January 2025. 

FIFA Women's Football Campaign Rwanda

FIFA Secretary General, National Women’s Soccer League Commissioner and co-chair of the Women’s Leagues Forum discuss future development of women’s game

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström has met National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) Commissioner and co-chair of the Women’s Leagues Forum, Jessica Berman, in New York, United States, to discuss the development of the women’s professional game.

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström meets National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) commissioner Jessica Berman

Tarciane looking ahead to FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027™ with As Canarinhas

Seleçao defender Tarciane talks with Inside FIFA after a big year for Brazil, who were selected as hosts for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup™.

Tarciane of Brazil looks on

FIFA and Netflix sign historic broadcast deal for 2027 and 2031 editions of FIFA Women’s World Cup™

FIFA and Netflix have signed a historic agreement relating to the exclusive rights in the United States to the 2027 and 2031 instalments of the FIFA Women’s World Cup™ in what represents a landmark announcement for women’s football.

Growing the women’s game (December 2024)

Inside FIFA looks back at just some of the significant recent activity which has helped build the footprint of women’s football globally during November and December 2024. 

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