FIFA Referee Committee Chairman Pierluigi Collina

Special Meeting of The IFAB in Vancouver, Canada

The IFAB unanimously approves red card for players covering their mouths to conceal discriminatory behaviour

At a Special Meeting held in Vancouver, Canada, The IFAB unanimously approved two FIFA-proposed Law amendments to address discriminatory and inappropriate behaviour.

Group photo during the Special Meeting of The IFAB in Vancouver, Canada

Vibrant and unifying FIFA World Cup 2026™ volunteer uniform revealed

FIFA has unveiled the official volunteer uniform for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, featuring a bold and uplifting design that tournament volunteers will wear as they welcome the world in style. 

Daddy Yankee and Shenseea join forces on Echo, the third single from the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album 

Today, the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album unveils its third single, Echo, ushering in the next chapter of its star-studded line-up. 

Echo, the third single from the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album 

In Paris, FIFA celebrates a new generation of women’s football leaders

The final stage of FIFA’s Women in Football Leadership Programme convened in Paris last week, marking a key milestone for a new generation of leaders in the global game.

Group picture during FIFA’s Women in Football Leadership Programme in Paris

FIFA’s Women in Football Leadership Programme

FIFA celebrates a new generation of women leading football

Agenda for FIFA Council meeting now available

The agenda for the upcoming FIFA Council meeting, to be held in Vancouver, Canada, on Tuesday, 28 April 2026 at 14:00 local time, is now available.

adidas FIFA World Cup 2026 Trionda ball

FIFA Innovation Member Association Educational Workshop in Rabat

The FIFA Innovation team hosted an educational workshop for Member Associations at the FIFA African Office in Rabat, Morocco. 

Innovation Workshop in Rabat

Réunion's new pitches to rebuild and bring people together

The FIFA Arena project was officially launched at the 75th FIFA Congress in Asunción, Paraguay, in May 2025, with a view to creating 1,000 new permanent mini-pitch facilities around the world by 2031. 

FIFA Arena inauguration in Reunion

FIFA President Gianni Infantino gives Miami Dade College commencement address

FIFA President Gianni Infantino had the honour of delivering the commencement address as students at Miami Dade College (MDC) celebrated their graduation from the college, which enjoys a fruitful partnership with world football’s governing body.

FIFA Judicial Bodies Plenary takes place ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026™

FIFA’s Judicial Bodies Plenary was held in Miami this week, bringing together members of the organisation’s judicial system for two days of strategic dialogue and knowledge sharing ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

FIFA President at FIFA Museum in Miami with FIFA Judicial Bodies members

FIFA World Cup 2026™: CAS ad hoc division to serve as final appeal body during the tournament 

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) will establish an ad hoc division during the final competition of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, 

FIFA World Cup 2026 - ADIDAS Trionda Ball

FIFA President praises CONMEBOL leadership for major achievements

FIFA President Gianni Infantino praised the strong commitment of CONMEBOL and its leadership to the global game when he addressed the South American confederation’s 82nd Ordinary Congress in Quito, Ecuador.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks at the 82nd CONMEBOL Congress

Gianni Infantino lauds 26th FIFA Master class during their Home of FIFA visit

The members of the 26th edition of the FIFA Master, received a strong endorsement of their studies from FIFA President Gianni Infantino during their visit to the Home of FIFA in Zürich, Switzerland. 

Group photo of the members of the 26th edition of the FIFA Master

FIFA delivers tree planting initiative across all FIFA World Cup 2026™ Host Cities

To celebrate Earth Day, FIFA has announced it is supporting reforestation and community tree planting projects in all 16 FIFA World Cup 2026™ Host Cities across North America. 

FIFA Tree planting initiative in collaboration with Arbor Day Foundation on April 16, 2026 in Miami-Dade, Florida

Caribbean nations benefit from FIFA Women’s Football Campaign

The FIFA’s Women’s Football Campaign allows Member Associations to build grassroots participation and the world governing body has funded many campaigns including high-profile events in the Caribbean and Mauritius. 

Puerto Rico celebrate at the CFU U14 Challenge Girls Series

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Last-Minute Sales Phase to feature new ticket drop on 22 April

To coincide with the 50-day countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026™, new ticket inventory will be made available to the general public via FIFA.com/tickets from 11:00 ET/17:00 CET on Wednesday, 22 April, with tickets for all 104 matches set to go on sale.

Unprecedented broadcast coverage for FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ secured across Europe

FIFA today announced the highest level of broadcast coverage ever secured in Europe for a FIFA Women’s World Cup™ following the signing of two major media-rights agreements with the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and Saran Media Group. 

A pitchside television camera

Shake-up amongst leaders in latest FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking

Some 276 relevant international fixtures have been contested since the previous instalment of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking was published last December.  England up one place following victory over leaders Spain

Lauren Hemp of England celebrates scoring her team's first goal with teammate Alex Greenwood during the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup Qualifier between England and Spain at Wembley Stadium

FIFA Legend Aline Pellegrino completes executive leadership line-up for FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™

A footballing legend has joined the leadership line-up for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™. Aline Pellegrino, former captain of the Brazilian national team, has been appointed Executive Director of Legacy and Stakeholder Affairs at FIFA27..

FIFA Legend Aline Pellegrino has been appointed Executive Director of Legacy and Stakeholder Affairs at FIFA27

Applications now open to volunteer at the U-20 FIFA Women’s World Cup Poland 2026™

The application process for the U-20 FIFA Women’s World Cup Poland 2026™ Volunteer Programme is open. For the second time, volunteers will play a vital role in setting the stage for the future stars of football while warmly welcoming the world to Poland.

U-20 FWWC26 Volunteers

Por Ella by Los Ángeles Azules and Belinda released as second single of Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album 

Today marks an exciting new step on the FIFA World Cup 2026™ music journey as Por Ella, the second single of the tournament’s official album, drops worldwide.

The latest song of the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Album, Por Ella

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

Mauritania women national team

FIFA Series™ provides a launchpad for Mauritanian women’s football

After playing at the FIFA Series 2026™ in Côte d’Ivoire, Mauritania will enter the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking for the first time.

Côte d'Ivoire v Mauritania - FIFA Women's Series 2026 

Ambitious Côte d’Ivoire set to shine as Women’s FIFA Series™ hosts

Côte d’Ivoire is once again taking on the role of host for the inaugural Women’s FIFA Series 2026™, two years after successfully hosting the CAF Africa Cup of Nations.

Team Base Camp Brochure for FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ released

The 32 national teams that qualify for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ will be offered the choice of a wide range of world-class training and accommodation facilities.

Granja Comary -  Team Base Camp Brochure for FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ released 

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

AIPS media delegation visits Home of FIFA in Zurich

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 Series 2026™ helps Thailand promote women’s football

This year’s FIFA Series 2026™ marks an important milestone for Football Association of Thailand; it will be the first FIFA competition since the FIFA Futsal World Cup 2012 was held in the Southeast Asian nation. 

Women's National Team of Thailand

FIFA Member Associations in focus (March 2026)

FIFA provides financial and logistical support to its 211 Member Associations (MAs) through various programmes. Inside FIFA takes a look at the extraordinary work done during February 2026 to promote, strengthen and make football truly global. 

FRANCE - PARIS - MARCH 22 - FIFA ARENA

 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

Match officials appointed for FIFA World Cup 2026™

Following a meticulous and comprehensive selection process spanning over three years, FIFA has released the list of match officials who will oversee games at the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

FIFA Team One

FIFA Legend Marcelo Balboa gets to know Kosovo ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™ play-off in Pristina

FIFA Legend Marcelo Balboa enjoyed a memorable visit to Pristina, Kosovo, as that nation prepared for its most significant match since joining football’s global governing body in 2016.

FIFA Legend Marcelo Balboa at the U.S. Embassy in Pristina 

Pakistan women’s national team set for historic debut on FIFA stage

Taking part in the FIFA Series represents a significant milestone for the Pakistan women’s national team. For the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF), the tournament is more than just a sporting event.

PAKISTAN HEAD COACH ADEEL RIZKI HOLDS A TRAINING SESSION

FIFA reveals Canada Celebrates the FIFA World Cup 2026™ countrywide route and official partners

Today, FIFA proudly unveils the route for Canada Celebrates the FIFA World Cup 2026™, a first-of-its-kind programme that will unite communities across the tournament co-host country.

•	With 38 stops across 34 communities Canada Celebrates will travel from coast-to-coast-to-coast 

Workshop sets out legacy plan for FIFA Arena in Morocco

Stakeholders from education and football have met FIFA representatives and national government officials to lay out the legacy plan for the FIFA Arena project in Morocco.

FIFA Arena Morocco Legacy & Impact Workshop

"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

FIFA, GIZ and La Guilde webinar highlights how women’s football can drive lasting social change

Football’s ability to create opportunities for girls and women was at the centre of a webinar held by FIFA, the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) and the NGO La Guilde on Thursday, 2 April.

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