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. 

FIFA Women's Football Campaign, Puerto Rico

FIFA publishes 2024 annual report on football agents

The total spending on club agent service fees in men’s professional football reached USD 709.6 million, less than the USD 889.5 million spent in 2023, according to FIFA’s Football Agents Report 2024.

FIFA’s Football Agents Report 2024

FIFA President and Kenyan counterpart focus on football’s future in talks

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has praised President Hussein Mohammed as the newly-elected head of the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) shared his vision to advance the sport in the East African country into a new era.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino meets with Football Kenya Federation President Hussein Mohamed

Expanded FIFA Women’s Development Programme offers new initiatives

The FIFA Women’s Development Programme has been renewed until 2027 and expanded, adding five additional offerings for member associations (MAs) to develop women’s football at a national level. Thirteen programmes are now available for MAs to benefit from.

Expanded FIFA Women’s Development Programme 

“We have to grow club football all over the world” - Gianni Infantino highlights need for FIFA Diploma in Club Management

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said, “We have to grow club football all over the world”, in a speech to participants on the opening day of the third edition of the FIFA Diploma in Club Management during one of the programme’s in-person sessions in Doha.

FIFA Diploma in Club Management

USWNT end year as No.1 in FIFA/Coca-Cola Women's World Ranking

 Almost four months have passed since the last edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women's World Ranking, during which time 176 internationals have been played. 

Lynn Williams #6, Emma Sears #26, and Mallory Swanson #9 of United States celebrate 

FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ dates confirmed

The FIFA Council met virtually ahead of the Extraordinary FIFA Congress and took several important decisions in relation to FIFA competitions, while also taking note of the successful bidding process for the 2030 and 2034 editions of the FIFA World Cup™.

FIFA Women's World Cup Trophy

Best practices highlighted at FIFA Women's Football Regional Workshop for Concacaf Member Associations

Held in Santo Domingo, the workshop coincided with the closing stages of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Dominican Republic 2024™. 41 member associations discussed football in the region and learned how FIFA can support its development.

FIFA Women's Football Regional Workshop for Concacaf Member Associations

Growing the women’s game (November 2024)

FIFA are working hard in all areas of the globe to help deliver a goal of 60 million female players by 2027 and Inside FIFA highlights just some of the recent women's football development actvity. 

Women’s Football Campaign in San Cristobal

Iceland hosts FIFA Club Management Workshop

FIFA hosted a Club Management Workshop in Iceland with the two-day program focused on club management and structures, and operational planning. 

FIFA Club Management Workshop Launch - Iceland

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™ enters new era and receives full backing of many important figures in the game

Tournament will become annual event with number of countries competing increasing from 16 to 24 from 2025. Some coaches from the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Dominican Republic 2024™ share their thoughts on the changes.

FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Dominican Republic 2024 match ball and winners trophy

Creating a sustainable future for women’s football in Somalia

First ever women’s football tournament in Somalia aiming to kick start women’s league with FIFA supporting through the COVID-19 Relief Plan. 

 Launch of first Women's Football Tournament in Somalia

Gunn & Jatobá fly women’s football development flag in Dominican Republic

New Zealand's Alana Gunn and Brazil's Simone Jatobá led their countries at the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup 2024™ Both women recently took part in training programmes as part of FIFA's Women's Football Strategy.  

Alana Gunn, Head Coach of New Zealand, reacts during the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup

Doreen Nabwire on shaping her legacy and the rise in Kenyan women’s football

FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Dominican Republic 2024™ Kenya’s first appearance this level

Doreen Nabwire

Bibiana Steinhaus-Webb: “It’s all about supporting women referees to be the best versions of themselves”

The former German international referee is the new head of Women’s Refereeing at FIFA. The FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Dominican Republic 2024™ will be her first tournament in this new role.

Bibiana Steinhaus-Webb, Head of Women’s Refereeing 

Future in focus as FIFA President meets Botswana Football Association counterpart

FIFA President Gianni Infantino firmly believes football in Botswana will continue on its upward trajectory after meeting Botswana Football Association (BFA) President Oabile Babitseng on the sidelines of the 46th CAF Ordinary General Assembly in Ethiopia.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino meets with Botswana Football Association President Tariq Babitseng

First FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup win shows women’s football in Ecuador on the rise

Ecuador are taking part in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup for first time in their history. The Ecuadorian Football Association has benefitted from various FIFA Women’s Football Development Programmes.

Eduardo Moscoso, Head Coach of Ecuador, looks on during the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Dominican Republic 2024 Group A match

Women’s Football Campaign delivers results across the globe

A look at some of the nations to have benefitted from the FIFA’s Women’s Football Campaign during 2024. At its core, the initiative is designed to encourage member associations in every corner of the globe to grow participation at youth level.

FIFA investment brings new faces to the world stage

FIFA’s concerted focus on developing women’s football in all corners continues to bring dividends with four new nations set to feature at the upcoming FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™. 

Yuleinis Brito and Leoneidy Sano of the Dominican Republic pose for a portrait 

FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027™: Host Cities inspection tour showcases infrastructure and enthusiasm across the country

The selection process for the host cities of the FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027™ is progressing, with a technical team led by Rhiannon Martin, Head of the FIFA Women's World Cup, finishing an inspection tour of 12 candidate cities. 

Group picture during the stadium visit as part of an inspection tour in Recife

Uzbekistan futsal coach Kamola Usmanova: “Playing at a global tournament is every athlete’s dream”

This is the first ever FIFA tournament to be hosted in the Central Asian country; a special occasion that Kamola Usmanova, Assistant Coach with the Uzbek women’s national futsal team, plans on savouring.

Kamola Usmanova - Assistant Coach Futsal Women's National Team Uzbekistan

FIFA Council takes key decisions on FIFA Member Associations and upcoming FIFA competitions

The FIFA Council met at the Home of FIFA in Zurich on Thursday, 3 October 2024 and adopted key decisions on a variety of topics, including FIFA Member Associations and upcoming men’s and women’s competitions.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the FIFA Council Meeting No.29 

"A great opportunity". Regional workshop discusses growing women's football in South America

Women's football in South America has entered an exciting period. Colombia is hosting the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup 2024™, with passionate sell-out crowds supporting the home team, and in three years, the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027™

President of FIFA Gianni Infantino Attends Regional Women's Football Seminar

Gianni Infantino: Women’s football has grown incredibly in South America

FIFA President addressed the FIFA Women’s Football Regional Workshop in Bogotá, Colombia and subsequently attended the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup 2024™ final. 

Korea DPR v Japan: Final - FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Colombia 2024

FIFA Coach Mentorship programme makes its mark in Colombia

Four mentees from previous programme have appeared at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Colombia 2024™. One will feature in the play-off for third place. Quartet give their views on the programme

USA v Germany: Quarterfinals - FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Colombia 2024

A dream come true for three volunteer siblings in Colombia

Paola, Karen and Miguel are part of a group of volunteers at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Colombia 2024™.

Karen, Miguel and Paola Romero Chavez pose with the official match ball prior to a FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Colombia 2024 match

Expanded FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup™ opens up welcome opportunities for coaches

For Venezuela, it has been a “dream come true”. For many of Ghana’s players, their first taste of air travel. 

Rosana, Head Coach of Brazil, lines up for the national anthem

Gianni Infantino welcomes FIFA’s ‘glocal’ presence at Member Associations Division workshop

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has highlighted the crucial role FIFA’s Member Associations (MA) Division plays in making football truly global at a three-day workshop for the division’s collaborators at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland.

MA Division & Regional Offices - Annual Gathering in Zurich

The man who dresses up as a ‘tiger’ to bring joy to Colombia

Forero is renowned for dressing up as a ‘tiger’ when Colombia play. His inspiration came from his love and admiration for Falcao and his connection with the Barranquilla carnival.

Mexico v Australia: Group A - FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Colombia 2024

USA working to get youth team players to speak the same language

Until recently, players progressing through the various age levels in the USA national youth team set-up found themselves continually having to adapt to new systems, something which Tracey Kevins likened to having to learn a new language every year.

Morocco v USA: Group C - FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Colombia 2024

The family ties of debutant Austria  

Two mothers and a father share their experiences of their daughters' debut on world stage  

Ghana v Austria: Group E - FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Colombia 2024

Change of kick-off times for the quarter-final matches of the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Colombia 2024™️ in Cali

FIFA and the Local Organising Committee of the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Colombia 2024™️ have announced a change to the kick-off times for the quarter-final matches to be played on Sunday 15 September in Cali. 

Fans of Colombia cheer during the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Colombia 2024

Rosana: "I love football because it transforms lives”

Rosana played at four FIFA Women’s World Cup™ tournaments and four Olympic Games. FIFA Forward is supporting the creating of grassroots tournaments for women in Brazil

 Rosana, Head Coach of Brazil, gesture

From outcasts to heroes: Ghana’s women footballers enjoy radical change in status

Ghana are taking part in the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup™ for the 17 time in a row. Participation in international tournaments has played a major role in growing women’s football in Ghana. Support from the Ghana Association and FIFA also been fundamental.

Yussif Basigi, Head Coach of Ghana, lines up for the national anthem prior to the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Colombia 2024 

Twelve candidate host cities begin selection process for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™

FIFA has begun the process of selecting the host cities for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ with a virtual workshop for the 12 candidate cities bidding to stage matches. 

Candidate Host City and Stadium Virtual Workshop 

FIFA Member Associations in focus (August 2024)

A look at FIFA's global activities across the globe during August 2024 including women's football, futsal, refereeing, Football for Schools and more. 

Football Festivals: Women’s Football Campaign – FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Colombia 2024™

Fijian youngsters ready for the big time 

Fijian women's football is about to enter a new era with the country’s national team about to make their debut at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup being staged in Colombia. 

OFC Women's Olympic Football Tournament

Bogota hosts Women's Football Festival in run-up to FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup™

17 August turned out to be an unforgettable day for the girls and family members who accompanied them to the facilities of the Colombian Football Federation (FCF) in Bogotá.

FIFA Women’s Football Campaign: Football Festival in Bogotá

Liechtenstein reach landmark with FIFA/Coca-Cola Women's World Ranking

Liechtenstein have broken into the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking for first time.

Women's National Team of Liechtenstein

USA reclaim their crown

Twelve months after being ousted from the top of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking, the USA (1st, up 4) have made a triumphant return to the summit following their victorious Women’s Olympic Football Tournament 2024 campaign.

USA midfielder Korbin Albert celebrates with teammates

USWNT legend Mia Hamm: Football connects, inspires & grows people

FIFA Legend Mia Hamm wants to “make the game more accessible, to connect more people” and help football unite the world as she prepares to join fans across the globe in watching the US Women’s National Team contest the Olympic gold medal at Paris 2024.

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