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.

AIPS visit to FIFA

AIPS media delegation visits Home of FIFA in Zurich

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 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

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

FIFA President Gianni Infantino visits Türkiye

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

A fantastic atmosphere at FIFA headquarters during a football match played during the visit of the AIPS delegation

AIPS Vice-President Zsuzsa Csisztu and AIPS Europe Vice-President György Szöllősi presented AIPS Best Press Facilities Award for 2025 to FIFA Event Media Operations & Services

Group photo of the AIPS media delegation during their visit to FIFA headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino welcomed the delegation via a video message

The AIPS delegates were greeted by FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström at the Home of FIFA

A group photo during the AIPS visit to FIFA event

 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.

Match officials appointed for FIFA World Cup 2026™

Following a meticulous and comprehensive selection process spanning over three years, FIFA has released the list of match officials who will oversee games at the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

FIFA Team One

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. 

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