FIFA Congress unites in support of strengthened anti-racism measures 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has announced a robust anti-racism programme based on five “pillars” that will be applied across all 211 FIFA Member Associations.

A general view as Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA speaks on stage during the Global Stand Against Racism in Football presentation during the 74th FIFA Congress 2024 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks on stage during the 74th FIFA Congress 2024 at The Queen Sirikit National Convention Center

74th FIFA Congress 2024 | Global Stand Against Racism

FIFA Congress takes historic decisions on racism and FIFA Women's World Cup 2027™

The 74th FIFA Congress has awarded the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027™ to Brazil, the first time it will take place in South America, and, in another historic moment, taken a united stand to stamp racism out of the game.

A general view as Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA holds the winning ballet of Brazil as they are announced to be the host country of the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup during the 74th FIFA Congress 2024 

Reaction from FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ host announcement

Brazil has been announced as the host nation for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ following an open vote at the 74th FIFA Congress in Bangkok, Thailand.

Members of the Brazil FIFA Women's World Cup 2027 host country bidding group during the 74th FIFA Congress 2024

74th FIFA Congress 2024

74th FIFA Congress 2024 | FIFA President’s Closing Remarks

74th FIFA Congress 2024 | Brazil appointed as FIFA Women's World Cup 2027™ hosts 

Global Stand Against Racism at the 74th FIFA Congress 2024 

Brazil appointed as FIFA Women's World Cup 2027™ hosts 

Brazil appointed as FIFA Women's World Cup 2027™ hosts by FIFA Congress

At the 74th FIFA Congress in Bangkok, Thailand, Brazil was announced as the host nation of the tenth FIFA Women’s World Cup™ to be held in 2027, becoming the first South American nation to host the tournament.

FIFA Council Member and Brazilian Football Confederation President Ednaldo Rodrigues speaks on stage after Brazil are announced as the hosts for the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027

Gianni Infantino emphasises FIFA’s mission to grow football globally in FIFA Congress address

Gianni Infantino, addressing the FIFA Congress in Bangkok, Thailand, has stressed that FIFA’s mission is to grow football globally and provide more opportunities to play competitively to teams from all around the globe.

74th FIFA Congress 2024 | FIFA President’s Address 

74th FIFA Congress 2024 | FIFA President's Welcome

We must use football’s power to bring people together, FIFA President tells AFC Congress

Gianni Infantino has emphasised football's power to bring people together during his address to the 34th Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Congress in Bangkok, Thailand. 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the AFC Ordinary Congress

FIFA President praises OFC’s success in co-hosting FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™

Gianni Infantino has praised the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) for its “incredible success” in co-hosting the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ during his address to the 30th OFC Congress in Bangkok, Thailand.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the OFC Ordinary Congress

Live Blog - FIFA Congress 2024 

A general view inside the venue during the 74th FIFA Congress 2024 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC)

Tsuneyasu Miyamoto aims for long-term success as president of Japan Football Association

Japan Football Assocation (JFA) President Tsuneyasu Miyamoto is leading Japan’s charge to become a global footballing force.

Tsuneyasu Miyamoto

Gianni Infantino highlights FIFA's commitment to women's football as he attends leadership event

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has highlighted FIFA's commitment to women's football and reflected on its growth in the last few years during a forum for women's football leaders in Bangkok, Thailand. 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the Leadership Forum: Executive Women in Football

74th FIFA Congress 2024 - Leadership Forum: Executive Women in Football

74th FIFA Congress - Leadership Forum: Executive Women in Football

Leadership Forum: Executive Women in Football

FIFA President praises “consistent progress” made by CAF and African member associations

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has praised the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for the “consistent progress” it and its members have made in developing football on the continent.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the CAF Confederation Meeting 

74th FIFA Congress 2024 - Player and Legends Interviews

Japan Football Association President Tsuneyasu Miyamoto

FIFA Women's Club World Cup will be crucial for the women’s game, FIFA President says

Gianni Infantino said that the launching of a new 16-team FIFA Women's Club World Cup™ would be "crucial" for the women's game and give clubs a much-needed opportunity to perform on the global stage. 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino

74th FIFA Congress - FIFA Council Meeting

Meeting no. 28 of the FIFA Council | FIFA President Gianni Infantino 

FIFA Council appoints working group to recommend potential rule changes to the current FIFA Regulations Governing International Matches

The FIFA Council today approved the formation of a working group to gather further information and issue recommendations to the Council regarding potential amendments to the FIFA Regulations Governing International Matches (FRGIM). 

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FIFA Council approves Women’s International Match Calendar 2026-2029

The FIFA Council met in advance of the 74th FIFA Congress in Bangkok, Thailand, and adopted several key decisions, particularly in relation to the future of women’s football, for which the international match calendar was unanimously approved.

A general view during the FIFA Council Meeting in Bangkok, Thailand

Critical calendar to optimise women’s football planning and professionalisation

As women’s football continues to grow across the globe, the FIFA Council has unanimously approved a critical tool to support its acceleration – the Women’s International Match Calendar 2026-2029. 

Women's team players take part in a training session

74th FIFA Congress - FIFA Council Dinner

74th FIFA Congress - FIFA Council meeting

Meeting no. 28 of the FIFA Council in Bangkok, Thailand

Cambiasso: Global expectations are raised for the FIFA Club World Cup 25™

Esteban Cambiasso is likely to have split loyalties during the FIFA Club World Cup FIFA 25™: three of his previous clubs – Real Madrid, Inter Milan and River Plate – have already qualified for the inaugural competition.

Esteban Cambiasso of FC Internazionale Milano celebrates with the trophy after winning the FIFA Club World Cup

"A real impact": Legends say what it would mean to host FIFA Women's World Cup 2027™

The hosts of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027™ will be decided at the 74th FIFA Congress in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, May 17. FIFA Legends Rosana Augusto, Renate Lingor and Aline Zeler explain what it would mean for their country to host the event.

The plaque on the FIFA Women's World Cup Trophy

Mundial de Clubes FIFA 25™ place in sight for River Plate

River Plate are within 90 minutes of clinching a place at the inaugural Mundial de Clubes FIFA™ (FIFA Club World Cup 2025™) as the Argentine giants continue their CONMEBOL Libertadores challenge

River Plate's forward Facundo Colidio (hidden) celebrates with teammates

Agenda for FIFA Council meeting now available

The agenda for the upcoming FIFA Council meeting, to be held in Bangkok, Thailand, on 15 May 2024 at 11:00 (local time), is now available.

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Thailand and the legacy of the FIFA Futsal World Cup 2012

 Thailand will open its doors to world football once again by hosting the 74th FIFA Congress in its capital, Bangkok, on 17 May 2024. And it not by chance that the southeast Asian country has been chosen to host this prestigious event.

AFC FUTSAL ASIAN CUP 2024 - Post Match

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Dominican Republic 2024™ emblem unveiled

FIFA has unveiled the official emblem for the upcoming FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Dominican Republic 2024™, which is a bold and playful design that tells a story of joy, community and competition.

Growth and development in focus as FIFA Football Executive Programme delivered for Asia and Oceania 

Senior management across a diverse range of FIFA Member Associations (MAs) from Asia and Oceania had the opportunity to enhance their knowledge as the FIFA Football Executive Programme (FEP) was delivered across three days in Jakarta, Indonesia.

FIFA Football Executive Programme Asian and Oceanian member associations 

Launch of FIFA Digital Education Plan in Belize

FIFA Foundation Digital Education Programme launched in Belize

Computer science and robotics classes delivered across Belize with FIFA Foundation support

As part of its objective of using football to have a positive social impact, FIFA is supporting a programme in Belize which will help introduce computer science and robotics education at 40 primary schools across the country. 

FIFA Digital Education Programme launched in Belize

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FIFA Football Executive Programme Asian and Oceanian member associations in Jakarta

FIFA President Gianni Infantino at the Milken Institute 2024 Global Conference

FIFA President Gianni Infantino attends Milken Institute Global Conference 2024

FIFA President highlights value of “shared emotion” created by major sporting events 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has highlighted the importance of major sporting events like the FIFA World Cup at the 27th Annual Milken Institute Global Conference in Los Angeles. 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino at the Milken Institute Global Conference 2024

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ Bid Evaluation Report published – two bids submitted to FIFA Congress

Following a thorough assessment of each bid, including inspection visits to the bidding countries, today FIFA published the Bid Evaluation Report in respect of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™.

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