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FIFA President Gianni Infantino meets IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has met the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva and explained how football’s world governing body reinvests its revenue in developing football around the world.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva 

Over one million FIFA World Cup 26™ tickets sold following Visa Presale Draw

Fans from 212 countries and territories of residence have already purchased over one million FIFA World Cup 26™ tickets following the closure of the Visa Presale Draw sales phase, which was launched in mid-September.

FIFA launches fourth edition of Diploma in Football Law

Following the success of the three previous editions, has launched the fourth instalment of its Diploma in Football Law, designed for sports legal executives seeking to upgrade their knowledge with a view to furthering their careers.

FIFA Diploma in Football Law 2026/2027

Gianni Infantino heralds “historic day” at Summit for Peace

FIFA President Gianni Infantino joined more than 20 world leaders, presidents, and officials at the Summit for Peace held in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt.

President of the United States Donald J. Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Volunteer Programme for FIFA World Cup 26™ eclipses all records

A record-breaking number of applicants have applied for volunteer roles at the FIFA World Cup 26™. With three days to go until the application window closes, the tally of applicants stands in excess of one million.

FIFA celebrates launch of Official Match Ball of FIFA World Cup 26™: TRIONDA

The countdown to the game-changing FIFA World Cup 26™ has reached its latest significant milestone with the launch of the adidas TRIONDA, the Official Match Ball of the competition.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Match Ball Unveiled

"Incredible moment": FIFA World Cup 26™ mascots join FIFA President on stage at the Global Citizen Festival

The three FIFA World Cup 26™ mascots Maple™ the Moose, Zayu™ the Jaguar and Clutch™ the Bald Eagle made their first public appearance when they joined FIFA President Gianni Infantino on stage in front of 80,000 at the Global Citizen Festival.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino CEO of Global Citizen Hugh Evans pose for a picture 

Colourful trio of mascots unveiled for first FIFA World Cup™ co-hosted by three nations

In a celebration as bold and boundary-breaking as the tournament itself, FIFA today unveiled the three Official FIFA World Cup 26™ Mascots, each highlighting one of the host nations of the world’s greatest sporting event. 

FIFA World Cup 26™ mascots Maple™, Zayu™ and Clutch™

FIFA President Gianni Infantino receives Atlantic Council Global Citizen award

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has received an Atlantic Council Global Citizen award at a ceremony in New York, United States, in recognition of his work in making football a truly global game.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Tom Brady 

FIFA World Cup 26™: more than 1.5 million ticket draw applications submitted within 24 hours

A mere 24 hours into the entry period for the FIFA World Cup 26™ Visa Presale Draw, FIFA has received an impressive number of applications from all over the world, with more than 1.5 million fans from 210 countries having signed up.

Fans celebrating in the stadium

First-ever FIFA Women’s Champions Cup™ set to kick off in 30 days’ time

With just 30 days until the groundbreaking kick-off, FIFA has announced that the curtain-raiser in the inaugural edition of the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup™ will be held in China PR. 

Wuhan Jiangda team players celebrate their victory over Melbourne City at the end of the AFC Women's Champions League final 

Hisense continues long-standing partnership with FIFA by becoming FIFA World Cup 26™ Sponsor

FIFA and Hisense are delighted to announce the extension of their long-standing global sponsorship, with the home appliances and television brand leader confirmed as an Official Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 26™.

One week to go before first phase of FIFA World Cup™ ticket sales open

This time next week, the first phase of ticket sales for the FIFA World Cup 26™ will open with the Visa Presale Draw – giving fans their first chance to take action to experience the greatest FIFA World Cup™ yet. 

Global transfer market hits new all-time highs in 2025 mid-year window

The mid-year transfer window of 2025 confirmed another period of significant growth in the international player transfer market, with both men’s and women’s football surpassing previous records for activity and spending. 

FIFA International Player Transfer Course 2025 launched

FIFA today announced the launch of the 2025 edition of the FIFA International Player Transfer Course, an educational initiative designed to enhance participant knowledge and expertise in one of the most crucial areas of global football operations.

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