 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 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 visits Algeria

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

Former player Rafik Saifi joined the FIFA and FAF delegations for a group photo

Gianni Infantino, Arsène Wenger, Gelson Fernandes, Walid Sadi, Wali of Tlemcen Youcef Bechlaoui, Algerian head coach Vladimir Petković inaugurate the The FIFA Arena mini-pitch

FIFA president Gianni Infantino, Algerian Football Association President Walid Sadi, Wali of Tlemcen Youcef Bechlaoui, and Nadir Bouzenad, Secretary General of the FAF inaugurate Tlemcen Regional Technical Centre

Presentation of a model of the Tlemcen Regional Technical Centre to the FIFA president

The FIFA president speaks during his visit to Algeria

Gelson Fernandes, FIFA’s Director Member Associations Africa meets with Algerian president Abdelmadjid Tebboune

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and FIFA Chief of Global Football Development Arsene Wenger meet with Algerian president Abdelmadjid Tebboune

FIFA President Gianni Infantino meets with Algerian president Abdelmadjid Tebboune during his visit to Algeria

FIFA President Gianni Infantino with Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune

FIFA President Gianni Infantino visits Algeria

The FIFA president speaks at the inauguration of the FIFA Arena Sahasi

FIFA President Gianni Infantino visits Türkiye

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 

Image of an event during the official opening ceremony of the KFA new national training centre

FIFA President Gianni Infantino congratulated the KFA in a video message broadcast during the ceremony of the new national training centre

Group photo of authorities and guests during the official opening ceremony of the KFA new national training centre

The Korea Football Association (KFA) has opened a new national training centre, built with the support of the FIFA Forward Programme

Some game jerseys are displayed at the entrance of the new national training centre opened by the Korea Football Association (KFA)

KFA President Chung Mong Gyu addresses the attendees during the opening ceremony of the Korea Football Park

Image of the Korea Football Park official opening ceremony, the KFA's new national training centre

Joint act during the opening ceremony during the KFA new national training centre: The Korea Football Park

The Korea Football Association (KFA) has opened a new national training centre: The Korea Football Park

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 announces Official Partnership with Fanatics Fest NYC ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™ 

Fanatics Fest NYC, the world’s leading sports fan festival bringing together sports, culture, collectibles, live programming and immersive fan experiences, has announced an official partnership with FIFA.

Fanatics Fest 2025

How the FIFA Series and FIFA Forward are empowering the US Virgin Islands

The US Virgin Islands recently took centre stage in a unique edition of the FIFA Series, the initiative that allows representative teams to test themselves against opposition from different confederations, making for an invaluable experience.

US Virgin Islands v Puerto Rico - FIFA Series 2026

Stakeholders from national government, education and football hear presentations

Beautiful Moroccan atmosphere during the FIFA Arena Morocco Legacy & Impact Workshop

A meeting at the FIFA Africa office in Rabat, to examine how the FIFA Arena can have a lasting impact in the country

Participants take a group photo during the FIFA Arena Morocco Legacy & Impact workshop.

The relevant government ministries, the FRMF and educational establishments attending the FIFA Arena Morocco Legacy & Impact Workshop

Stakeholders from education and football met FIFA representatives and national government officials

A range of FIFA departments made presentations during the FIFA Arena Morocco Legacy & Impact Workshop

Legends pay homage to FIFA President Gianni Infantino: “Genuinely passionate about football” 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has been warmly praised by a variety of personalities, including heads of state and FIFA World Cup™ winners, who spoke of his passion of the game, his knowledge and attention to detail during his first 10 years in the role.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Magic March including home FIFA Series triumph highlights Puerto Rico’s productive partnership with FIFA

It was an unprecedented and triumphant week for Puerto Rican football – one that might require the construction of an expanded trophy case at the Puerto Rican Football Federation’s (FPF) new headquarters in the heart of San Juan.

Guam and Puerto Rico embrace FIFA initiatives

Mattias Grafström returns to Sweden on historic day for Swedish football

On a historic day for football in Sweden, FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström visited the Swedish Football Association’s (SvFF) headquarters, where he met with President Simon Åström and General Secretary Niclas Carlnén.

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström with Swedish Football Association (SvFF) President Simon Åström and General Secretary Niclas Carlnen

First FIFA Arena in the United States inaugurated in Birmingham, Alabama

The city of Birmingham, Alabama, celebrated a historic milestone ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 ™ with the official opening of the first FIFA Arena facility in the United States.

FIFA Arena and FIFA Boots for All launched in Rwanda

A momentous day for Rwandan football has seen the launch of the FIFA Boots for All and FIFA Arena programmes in the country as well as the official inauguration of an accommodation facility for the country’s national teams.

FIFA Arena inauguration and FIFA Boots 4 All launch

ADI Predictstreet named official prediction market partner of the FIFA World Cup 2026™

FIFA has signed a landmark multi-year partnership with ADI Predictstreet, which has been appointed as the first-ever Official Partner for the prediction market category. 

FIFA x ADI - Partnership Signing Ceremony

Elite European referees gather for final seminar ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™

The final seminar to prepare match officials for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ has been held in Italy where 16 elite referees from 15 different European FIFA Member Associations (MAs) were put through their paces.

FWC26 Referee Seminar - Italy

Azerbaijan build on FIFA Series™ success and set sights on 2027

The FIFA Series™ 2026 proved a success for Azerbaijan, both in terms of results and organisation

Azerbaijan v Sierra Leone - FIFA Series 2026

Referees during a training session part of the FWC26 Referee Seminar at the Stadio dei Pini

Referees go through their paces as part of the FWC26 Referee Seminar 

Referees pose for a group picture after a training session part of the FWC26 Referee Seminar

Referee Danny Makkelie in action at the FWC26 Referee Seminar

Referee Anthony Taylor was among those at the FWC26 Referee Seminar

Former referee Cuneyt Çakir in attendance at the FWC26 Referee Seminar

Swedish referee Glenn Nyberg looks on during a training session part of the FWC26 Referee Seminar

Referee Istvan Kovacs is all smiles at the FWC26 Referee Seminar

Referees Felix Zwayer and Danny Makkelie in action during a training session at the FWC26 Referee Seminar

Pierluigi Collina, chairman of the FIFA Referees Committee, during a training session part of the FWC26 Referee Seminar

Pierluigi Collina, chairman of the FIFA Referees Committee (right), reacts as he speaks with Massimo Busacca, FIFA Director of Refereeing

FIFA Series™ provides vital new experience for American Samoa

American Samoa’s national team had never played outside of Oceania in the 42 years since their federation was formed, but while their two games in the FIFA Series™ in Puerto Rico ended in defeat, they viewed the experience gained as invaluable.

American Samoa v Guam - FIFA Series 2026

FIFA support key for development in American Samoa and US Virgin Islands

Landmark Safeguarding Policy to strengthen protection across global football

FIFA has published its first comprehensive safeguarding policy, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing efforts to protect and promote the well-being of everyone involved in football worldwide.

Kids Football in Soweto - 23-Jun, 2009

France reclaim top spot in the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking

The first period in which the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking has been updated in real time during national team matches has brought a raft of changes to the standings with a total of 166 men’s internationals have been played since the last update

Colombia v France - International Friendly

FIFA World Cup 2026™ line-up complete as Iraq claim final spot

The line-up for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ has been completed with six teams clinching the remaining places among the 48 that will make the upcoming tournament in North America the most inclusive ever.

FIFA World Cup 2026™ line-up complete 

Canadian Premier League to conduct “daylight offside” trial in cooperation with FIFA

In cooperation with FIFA, the Canadian Premier League (CPL) will test an alternative offside Law at professional level when its 2026 season gets under way on 4 April.

South Africa v Italy: Group G - FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ referee training and selection process continues with Rio de Janeiro seminar

As a competitive qualifying campaign starts to heat up across the globe, the selection process and training for the 33rd team at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ has already begun. 

FIFA Referee's Seminar - Rio de Janeiro

FIFA Series 2026™ proves Uzbekistan has what it takes to host tournaments 

The FIFA Series 2026™ men’s edition is in full swing, with entertaining matches across nine groups helping prove a roaring success from an organisational point of view. Current tournament an acid test for FIFA U-20 World Cup 2027™.

Uzbekistan v Gabon - FIFA Series 2026

Gianni Infantino launches FIFA Boots for All in Mexico, meets pioneering women footballers

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has visited the FMF newly renovated High Performance Centre (CAR) and taken part in the launch of the FIFA Boots for All programme in the country, which will co-host the FIFA World Cup 2026™ with Canada and the United States

FIFA President Gianni Infantino visiting the Mexican Football Federation’s (FMF) newly renovated High Performance Centre (CAR) 

FIFA President attends re-opening of Mexico City Stadium

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has attended the official reopening of the Mexico City Stadium, as the historic arena, where Pelé and Diego Maradona both enjoyed their finest FIFA World Cup™ moments, prepares to host the tournament for a record third time.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino waves to supporters during a friendly match between Mexico and Portugal

Mendes and the Blue Sharks jump into the deep end

Almost two years ago to the day, Cabo Verde competed in the pilot edition of the FIFA Series™. The event marked the start of the team's run-up to the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers. 

Chile v Cape Verde - FIFA Series 2026

‘The world will stand still’ for FIFA World Cup 2026™ says FIFA President

FIFA President Gianni Infantino told the FII PRIORITY investment Summit in Miami that the FIFA World Cup will deliver a huge economic impact and predicted ‘the world will stand still’ for the tournament.

FIFA President at FII Priority 2026

Final FIFA World Cup 2026™ places to be decided in Mexico on 31 March

The final two slots for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ will be up for grabs in Mexico on Tuesday, 31 March 2026 when DR Congo face Jamaica at Estadio Guadalajara (15:00 local time) and Iraq play Bolivia at Estadio Monterrey (21:00 local time). 

Bolivia v Suriname - FIFA World Cup 2026 Play-Off Tournament

Toronto Stadium completes major upgrades ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™

All major upgrades at the expanded Toronto Stadium have been successfully completed with The City of Toronto and Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) delighted to have reached this major milestone in their preparations for the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

Toronto Stadium | Photo: City of Toronto

Growing the women’s game (March 2026)

Inside FIFA reviews some of the recent development work in diverse regions of the world during March 2026 including activity across much of Africa and elsewhere, the first qualifiers for 2027 and the FIFA Player Impact Programme builds momentum. 

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