Gianni Infantino says FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025™ will be “a great success”

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has praised the work of the President of the Republic of Seychelles Wavel Ramkalawan and the Seychelles Football Federation (SFF) led by Elvis Chetty to ensure the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2025 will be “a great success”.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino delivers a video message during the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025 Draw

FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2025 Official Draw - FIFA President video message

Draw for the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025™ | FIFA President Gianni Infantino

FIFA receives confirmations of interest in hosting 2031 and 2035 editions of FIFA Women’s World Cup™

FIFA has received valid bids from FIFA Member Associations in North America and Europe to host the 2031 and 2035 editions of the FIFA Women’s World Cup, respectively. The FIFA administration will conduct thorough bidding and evaluation processes.

FIFA Women's World Cup Trophy

Australia make impressive debut in FIFA Women’s Futsal World Rankings – Armenia and Poland enter Men’s Top 20

The first edition of the FIFA Futsal World Ranking for the year, which was published on Friday 4 April 2025, revealed some significant changes – in both tables – on the back of 183 women’s matches and 192 in the men’s game.

FIFA Futsal World Ranking 

FIFA-WTO study estimates USD 47 billion economic output from FIFA Club World Cup™ and FIFA World Cup™ in the US

FIFA and the World Trade Organization (WTO) Secretariat have released two studies that showcase the significant socioeconomic impact the forthcoming FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ and FIFA World Cup 2026™ could have in the United States and globally.

FIFA World Cup 2026™ and FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ - Socioeconomic impact analysis

Ticket packages for FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ featuring guaranteed access to FIFA World Cup 26™ tickets now on sale

By witnessing history in the making at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ – where 32 of the top clubs on the planet will compete for a brand-new trophy – fans can secure a guaranteed opportunity to purchase tickets for the FIFA World Cup 26™.

FIFA Club World Cup™ “opens up opportunities” for the world, Gianni Infantino tells UEFA Congress 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has said the new FIFA Club World Cup gives “citizens of all the countries” the unique opportunity to become world champions in a speech to the 49th UEFA Ordinary Congress in Belgrade, Serbia.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the 49th Ordinary UEFA Congress

FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the 49th Ordinary UEFA Congress

A general view as FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the 49th Ordinary UEFA Congress 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino smiles whilst holding the UEFA Women's Euro match ball during the 49th Ordinary UEFA Congress

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and FIFA Chief of Global Football Development Arsene Wenger during the 49th Ordinary UEFA Congress

FIFA President Gianni Infantino looks on during the 49th Ordinary UEFA Congress

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin pose for a photo with the UEFA Women's Euro match ball during the 49th Ordinary UEFA Congress 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino alongside FIFA Vice-President and CAF President Patrice Motsepe (L) and FIFA Vice-President and CONMEBOL President Alejandro Dominguez (C) during the 49th Ordinary UEFA Congress 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino attends 49th Ordinary UEFA Congress in Belgrade

Elijah Seychelles and Taniah team up for FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025™ Official Song

FIFA has teamed up with acclaimed singers Taniah and Elijah Seychelles for the global release of Boom SE SE, the Official Song of the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025™.

FIFA has teamed up with acclaimed singers Taniah and Elijah Seychelles for the global release of Boom Se Se, the Official Song of the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025™

Spain seize second spot in latest FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking™

Argentina (1st) remain top thanks to impressive wins away to Uruguay (1-0) and at home to Brazil (4-1), but the Albiceleste have new company, as Spain (2nd, up 1) took full advantage of France’s (3rd, down 1) slip-up in Croatia to secure second spot.

Spain's players celebrate

Request for Information (RFI) – Dressing and Signage Services, FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™

The FIFA Stadium and Infrastructure Department is seeking information from experienced providers of Dressing and Signage services who may wish to partake in any potential future tender and procurement process for FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena

FIFA President Gianni Infantino visits Rose Bowl Stadium

FIFA President Gianni Infantino expresses pride in “welcoming the world in the United States” for upcoming FIFA Club World Cup 2025™

Inaugural FIFA Club World Cup 2025 in the United States will be a global spectacle that will inspire future generations, says FIFA President Gianni Infantino who spoke at Pasadena’s Rose Bowl Stadium, one of 12 venues for this year’s competition. 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks at Rose Bowl Stadium

FIFA Member Associations in focus (March 2025)

We take a look at the extraordinary work that FIFA's member associations have been doing in recent weeks to promote, strengthen and make football truly global.

Coach educators take part in training

FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025™ tickets on sale

Football fans wanting to experience the colour and excitement of the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2025™ in the spectacular tropical setting provided by the Seychelles have a chance to secure their tickets as the general sale is now open.

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Football in Bhutan inaugurates the “Home of Happiness”

His Royal Highness Dasho Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck attended the inauguration ceremony. Facility is a “symbol of hope” for Bhutan’s young players

The inauguration of the new Bhutan Football Federation HQ and technical centre building attended by The President of the Bhutan Olympic Committee HRH Prince Dasho Jigyel Ugyen Wangchhuk and President of the Bhutan Football Federation Dasho Ugen Tsechup

Fruits of FIFA Forward-backed youth leagues behind Japan’s FIFA World Cup 26™ qualification

Takefusa Kubo one of 10 members of the Samurai Blue squad that secured FIFA World Cup 26™ qualification after emerging from Japan’s productive youth league system

Takefusa Kubo (C) of Japan celebrates with teammates after scoring the team's second goal during the FIFA World Cup Asian qualifier Group C match between Japan and Bahrain at Saitama Stadium

An external view of the new Bhutan Football Federation HQ and technical centre building attended by The President of the Bhutan Olympic Committee HRH Prince Dasho Jigyel Ugyen Wangchhuk and President of the Bhutan Football Federation Dasho Ugen Tsechup

An aerial view of the new Bhutan Football Federation HQ and technical centre building attended by The President of the Bhutan Olympic Committee HRH Prince Dasho Jigyel Ugyen Wangchhuk and President of the Bhutan Football Federation Dasho Ugen Tsechup

The new Bhutan Football Federation HQ and technical centre building.

The President of the Bhutan Olympic Committee HRH Prince Dasho Jigyel Ugyen Wangchhuk and President of the Bhutan Football Federation Dasho Ugen Tsechup were in attendance at the inauguration of the new Bhutan Football Federation HQ

The official unveiling of the new Bhutan Football Federation HQ and technical centre.

A view of the playing surface of the new Bhutan Football Federation HQ and technical centre.

A general view of the new Bhutan Football Federation HQ and technical centre building attended by The President of the Bhutan Olympic Committee HRH Prince Dasho Jigyel Ugyen Wangchhuk and President of the Bhutan Football Federation Dasho Ugen Tsechup

Inauguration of Bhutan Football Federation Headquarters and Technical Centre

FIFA World Cup 26™ and FIFA World Cup 2030™ tender process begins in the Caribbean

FIFA has launched an invitation to tender (ITT) for the media rights to the FIFA World Cup 26™ and FIFA World Cup 2030™ in the Caribbean. 

During the FIFA Club World Cup 5th Place Match between Jeonbuk Hyundai and Mamelodi Sundowns at Suita City Football Stadium

FIFA World Cup 26™ and FIFA World Cup 2030™ tender processes begin in Cyprus and Greece

 FIFA has launched invitations to tender (ITT) for the media rights to the FIFA World Cup 26™ and FIFA World Cup 2030™ in Cyprus and Greece.

During the FIFA Club World Cup Qatar 2020 3rd Place Play off match between Al Ahly and SE Palmeiras at the Education City Stadium

FIFA Club Management Workshop in Paramaribo (Suriname)

FIFA Club Management Workshop in Managua (Nicaragua)

FIFA Club Management Workshops strengthening professional game in Nicaragua and Suriname

FIFA has underlined its commitment to football development in the Concacaf region by holding two FIFA Club Management Workshops last week

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström poses for a group photo with the FIFA Regional Office team during his visit to the FIFA Regional Office in New Zealand

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström poses for a photo with FIFA Council Member and New Zealand Football President Johanna Wood and New Zealand Football CEO Andrew Pragnell at NZ Football Federation office during a visit to New Zealand

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström and OFC General Secretary Franck Castillo pose for a photo at Oceania Football Confederation headquarters during a visit to New Zealand

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström visits New Zealand

FIFA Club World Cup 2025™: record prize money and unprecedented solidarity to benefit club football

FIFA Club World Cup™ winners to earn up to 125 USD million. USD 1 billion prize money to 32 participating clubs. Target of USD 250 million in solidarity for club football across the world. All revenue to be distributed to club football

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FIFA Secretary General sees bright future for football in Oceania after New Zealand seal historic FIFA World Cup 26™ qualification

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström has congratulated New Zealand on securing Oceania’s first-ever guaranteed FIFA World Cup™ spot, describing the historic achievement as “another significant milestone in the development of football in the region”.

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström and Oceania Football Confederation President Lambert Maltock during a visit to OFC headquarters in New Zealand

Gibraltar rock past multiple milestones in FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking™

A new name appeared in the December 2024 edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking™ as Gibraltar's arrival swelled the list of ranked international teams to 195.

Gibraltar's line-up v Faroe Islands

Gibraltar's Caitlin Robba v Faroe Islands

Gibraltar line-up huddle

Gibraltar's Naomi Victor v Faroe Islands 

Gibraltar national women's team coach Scott Wiseman

Gibraltar's line-up v Moldova

Gibraltar's Joelle Gilbert v Faroe Islands

Gibraltar make UEFA Women's Nations League debut

Visa presale begins for FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025™

Football fans wanting to experience the colour and excitement of the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2025™ in the spectacular tropical setting provided by the Seychelles have a chance to secure tickets early through an exclusive offer for Visa cardholders.

Visa presale begins for FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025  

FIFA Appeal Committee decision on CF Pachuca and Club León

Following disciplinary proceedings opened against CF Pachuca and Club León, the chairman of the FIFA Disciplinary Committee decided to refer the case to the FIFA Appeal Committee in accordance with article 56 paragraph 3 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code.

FIFA emblem at the Home of FIFA

New FIFA Club World Cup show brings new tournament insights to global audiences

With the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ just months away, FIFA is launching a new podcast and radio show to bring the tournament’s biggest names and storylines to listeners every week.

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström 

FIFA Secretary General hails new FIFA Club World Cup 2025™

FIFA Secretary General hails new FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ as “the missing piece” in the football ecosystem

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström has highlighted the array of opportunities afforded by the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup 2025™, attending an expert panel at The Business of Soccer conference in Los Angeles, Unitrd States.

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström and Concacaf Secretary General Philippe Moggio discuss with Fernando Palomo

A general view during The Business of Soccer conference

FIFA Vice-President and Concacaf President Vittorio Montagliani speaks during The Business of Soccer conference

Two-time FIFA Women's World Cup winner Kelley O'Hara speaks during The Business of Soccer conference

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström and Concacaf General Secretary Philippe Moggio talk at The Business of Soccer conference

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström at The Business of Soccer conference

The Business of Soccer conference in Los Angeles

Arsène Wenger tells ECA Club Connect: "We want to have strong clubs everywhere in the world."

FIFA Chief of Global Football Development Arsène Wenger spoke at the ECA Club Connect event in Madrid, Spain

FIFA Chief of Global Football Development Arsène Wenger (R) speaks with Hayley McQueen (L) during ECA Club Connect

FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025™ match schedule confirmed

FIFA has published the match schedule for the groundbreaking FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025™, revealing the dates and kick-off times for the 16-team extravaganza, which will be hosted by a CAF member association for the first time.

FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup trophy

FIFA marks World Head Injury Awareness Day with landmark six-month results for Concussion: Suspect and Protect campaign

FIFA’s landmark Concussion: Suspect and Protect awareness campaign, developed in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), has reached an estimated 835m people, engaged 482,700 online and driven 2,070 toolkit downloads, and it continues to grow

Concussion: Suspect and Protect

Japan book first ticket to game-changing FIFA World Cup 26™

Japan have become the first nation to book their place at the FIFA World Cup 26™ through confederation qualifying, having sealed their spot with a 2-0 victory over Bahrain. 

Japanese players celebrate qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Growing the women’s game (March 2025)

FIFA's numerous women’s football development programmes for member associations were again in evidence during March 2025 with activity highlighted from four confederations, while world football's governing body laid out a new era for club competitions. 

FIFA Women's Football Campaign in Uganda 

Nigeria Football Federation begins work on new accommodation and pitches for national teams with FIFA Forward support

Nigeria's national teams are set to benefit from vastly improved facilities after work began on the construction of a new technical centre, including players’ accommodation and new pitches, in Abuja with funding provided by the FIFA Forward programme.

Ground-breaking ceremony at the new Nigeria Football Federation technical centre construction project

Dynamic brand unveiled for first-ever FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup™

A striking brand was revealed today for the FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup Philippines 2025™, capturing the speed of the game and the unstoppable energy of the host nation.

Official Emblem of the FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup Philippines 2025™

Unique local spirit highlighted in Official FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City Posters

The FIFA World Cup 26™ will feature a set of Official Host City Posters, representing the unique cultural and artistic spirit of the 16 Host Cities while celebrating the unity, diversity and passion of the world’s most beloved sport.

Official FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City Posters 

FIFA Women’s Football Benchmarking Report expanded to offer detailed global insights and recommendations

FIFA has today published the fourth edition of Setting the Pace  – its informative benchmarking report that provides insights into the factors that drive success in women’s football clubs and leagues.

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