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

FIFA has confirmed that the official draws for the next editions of the FIFA U-17 World Cup™ and the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™ will be held at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich on 21 May 2026.

U17 World Cup draw

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during meeting no. 36 of the FIFA Council in Vancouver, Canada

FIFA Council increases record financial distribution for FIFA World Cup 2026™

FIFA and AFC enable Afghan women to represent their country in official matches through landmark governance reform 

The FIFA Council today approved a momentous amendment to the FIFA Governance Regulations, which enables Afghan female players – including members of Afghan Women United – to represent their country in official international matches as part of FIFA.

Afghan Women United shirt

CAF President Patrice Motsepe speaks during meeting no. 36 of the FIFA Council in Vancouver, Canada

General view during meeting no. 36 of the FIFA Council in Vancouver, Canada

FIFA President Gianni Infantino during meeting no. 36 of the FIFA Council in Vancouver, Canada

FIFA President Gianni Infantino presents a pennant to Canadian Soccer Association President Peter Augruso

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and AFC President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa during meeting no. 36 of the FIFA Council in Vancouver, Canada

Meeting no. 36 of the FIFA Council

FIFA Council increases record financial distribution to all 48 Participating Member Associations at the FIFA World Cup 2026™

The FIFA Council met ahead of the 76th FIFA Congress in Vancouver, Canada, a Host City for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, 44 days before the kick-off of the tournament.

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

General view during the Special Meeting of The IFAB in Vancouver, Canada

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the Special Meeting of The IFAB in Vancouver, Canada

FIFA Vice-President and Concacaf President Victor Montagliani speaks during the Special Meeting of The IFAB in Vancouver, Canada

FIFA Chief Football Officer Jill Ellis and FIFA Chief of Global Football Development Arsène Wenger during the Special Meeting of The IFAB in Vancouver, Canada

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström and FIFA Council Member Hany Abo Rida during the Special Meeting of The IFAB in Vancouver, Canada

Chairman of the FIFA Referees Committee Pierluigi Collina during the Special Meeting of The IFAB in Vancouver, Canada

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and FIFA Vice President and Concacaf President Vittorio Montagliani 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

Participant speaks during FIFA’s Women in Football Leadership Programme in Paris

Participants on stage during FIFA’s Women in Football Leadership Programme in Paris

Isabella Fernando (Philippines) during FIFA’s Women in Football Leadership Programme in Paris

Carolina Joly (Panama) speaks during FIFA’s Women in Football Leadership Programme in Paris

Minna Kauppinen (Finland) poses during FIFA’s Women in Football Leadership Programme in Paris

Minna Kauppinen (Finland) and Isabella Fernando (Philippines) during FIFA’s Women in Football Leadership Programme in Paris

Participant speaking during the FIFA’s Women in Football Leadership Programme in Paris 

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

Participants posing during the FIFA’s Women in Football Leadership Programme in Paris 

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

Participants to the FIFA’s Women in Football Leadership Programme in Paris

FIFA’s Women in Football Leadership Programme in Paris 

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

“At that time, I pledged to fully mobilise our organisation while working with our international partners to secure the means for swift and practical support.”

“Almost a year ago to the day, I was standing here with you, shortly after Cyclone Garance had swept through. What I saw was an island that had suffered greatly," Philippe Diallo said at the inauguration ceremony in Saint Paul.

The FIFA Arenas in Réunion were set up in Saint Benoit and Saint Paul, where, a year ago, Cyclone Garance wreaked havoc, leaving behind a trail of destruction from which they are still recovering today.

The President of the French Football Association (FFF) Philippe Diallo travelled to the island of Réunion, off the coast of southern Africa in the Indian Ocean. 

Two FIFA mini-pitch facilities were officially opened in Réunion on 24 and 25 April.  

“I hope these FIFA Arenas can become places for people to meet, interact and share experiences."

“FIFA's decision to approve our request demonstrates how the football community can show solidarity. We are extremely grateful for FIFA’s contribution, and for the efforts of its representatives Kevin Lamour and Aimane Zourhlal,” Philippe Diallo added

Fortunately, this coincides with FIFA's commitment to supporting its member associations, both in terms of human resources and financial support, as they develop their footballing potential and infrastructure.

"But I also noticed that people were showing exemplary solidarity, unwavering determination and a desire to get back on their feet together."

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 Congress 2026

76th FIFA Congress 

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

The members of the 26th edition of the FIFA Master during their visit to the Home of FIFA in Zürich

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

Members of the 26th edition of the FIFA Master during their Home of FIFA visit

Some of those attending the 26th edition of the FIFA Master during their Home of FIFA visit

Members of the 26th edition of the FIFA Master during their visit to the Home of FIFA in Zürich

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

The FIFA Tree planting initiative addresses specific regional needs across Canada, Mexico and the United States

Community planting events continue to connect FIFA World Cup 2026™ with local environmental action

The community-based projects taking place across all 16 Host Cities will add more than 12,000 trees 

The reforestation work is projected to span more than 2,000 acres

The FIFA Tree planting initiative is designed to create a positive environmental legacy

Through the partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation, FIFA is supporting work that aims to plant one million trees

FIFA is supporting work that aims to plant one million trees through reforestation efforts across North American forests

FIFA supports reforestation and community tree planting projects in all 16 Host Cities

The Arbor Day Foundation has helped plant more than 600 million trees in over 60 countries

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.

All stories & topics

Categories