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FIFA Executive Programme in Football Agency edition two, module one: complete! ✅ Participants in the second edition of the FIFA Executive Programme in Football Agency, which will run until 2025, have just completed the first module of the course in Miami. The programme aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the current regulatory, commercial and institutional aspects relating to agency matters in football, as well as offering a practical and personalised learning approach based on solid theory and research, combined with practical sessions all taught by highly reputable specialists.

The draw for the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025™ is complete! 🏖️ The 13th edition of the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup marks a moment in history by being the first-ever FIFA competition in Seychelles and the inaugural FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup in Africa. The tournament will kick-off on 1 May and end on 11 May as 16 teams prepare to take centre stage, including six-time and current FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup champions Brazil.

Fans offered once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to secure tickets to both the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ and FIFA World Cup 26™ 🎫 🏟️ To celebrate a pair of monumental showcases of world-class football in the United States, FIFA is giving fans the opportunity to be part of the two most prestigious events in the men’s football calendar. By purchasing tickets to the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup 2025™, fans can secure a guaranteed opportunity to purchase tickets for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States – the first 48-team edition of the global showpiece. There is even the option to secure a coveted seat at the FIFA World Cup 26™ final. Fans have 25 days – or until limited availability runs out – to take advantage of this first-of-its-kind offer available on a first-come, first-served basis. Find out more: https://fifa.fans/4jefmwP

The sound of the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025™ is here 🇸🇨🎶 FIFA has teamed up with acclaimed singers Elijah Seychelles and Taniah for the global release of Boom SE SE, the Official Song of this year's #BeachSoccerWC. With its uplifting melodies, powerful lyrics and tropical beats, Boom SE SE will amplify the vibrant atmosphere of Seychelles’ first-ever major FIFA tournament, which will showcase the stars of the sand in a glorious setting from 1-11 May.

Recognising the development of football in Oceania following New Zealand’s historic FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States qualification! 🙌   New Zealand secured Oceania’s first-ever guaranteed FIFA World Cup spot, benefiting from the new FIFA World Cup expansion to create footballing history in the region with their first direct qualification.   FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström was in Auckland as New Zealand booked their place at next year’s tournament with a 3-0 win against New Caledonia.   Speaking after New Zealand’s qualification, FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström said: “Congratulations to New Zealand on qualifying directly for the FIFA World Cup 26. After the groundbreaking FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand and Auckland City FC’s qualification for the new FIFA Club World Cup 2025 later this year, it’s another significant milestone in the development of football in the region.   “This qualification is a proud moment that showcases the progress of football in this wonderful part of the world and the tremendous work of New Zealand Football and the Oceania Football Confederation.”   Read more: https://lnkd.in/gpjfnRya

Want to play your part in this year’s historic FIFA Club World Cup? 🤩 FIFA is looking for English and Spanish audio descriptive commentators to join the team, making the FIFA Club World Cup inclusive for all. The opportunity to be part of this historic tournament is open to professional commentators and audio descriptive narrators, young professionals looking to make their way in the industry as well as passionate soccer fans. Previous commentary experience is not required to apply. Open to those already eligible to work in the United States, a one-day training session will be delivered to participants, with commentators having the option to attend in any one of ten cities, starting with Orlando and Nashville at the end of March and finishing with New York New Jersey in mid-May.   Find out more and apply now: https://lnkd.in/eV3TEjGP

Strengthening the professional game in Nicaragua and Suriname with FIFA Club Management Workshops! 🙌 Hosted over two days in Nicaragua and three days in Suriname, the FIFA Club Management workshops were specifically tailored to address the unique challenges faced by clubs in both countries. Through a series of presentations on key topics such as governance, finance, business development and competition management, the events provided insights designed to enhance the attendee’ expertise and help their organisations to great success both on and off the pitch. FIFA’s Director of Professional Football Relations & Development, Ornella Bellia, said: “Through the FIFA Club Management Workshops, an increasing number of member associations are advancing the professionalisation of their club football ecosystems and implementing management best practices. “For these sessions, FIFA partnered with FENIFUT and the SVB to organise the workshops in Nicaragua and Suriname, recognising the strong potential for football development in both countries.”

Football ready to take centre stage in the Americas ⚽️🌎 The inaugural FIFA Club World Cup 2025™, taking place across 11 cities in the USA this summer, is “the missing piece in the ecosystem” for football in the region and beyond. Addressing the Business of Soccer conference in Los Angeles, FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström said: “It’s going to be a fantastic competition. It’s really a new journey for club football, and together with our friends from CONCACAF… we have been working on this for a number of years. “It's a really important step for the club ecosystem because this competition didn't exist before. Having these 32 teams - who have qualified through their continental competitions - you really have a sporting pathway for this tournament. All of these clubs have really earned the right to be there, and to compete for the first ever title of FIFA Club World Cup champion.”

A chance to deepen your understanding of football law ⚽️ ️The FIFA - University of Miami School of Law International Football Law Summer Campus is an academic programme helping legal professionals in the football industry to advance their careers. Combining academic instruction with real life case studies, the programme will equip participants with the necessary tools to address legal challenges within the ever-evolving football landscape. This is a rare opportunity to connect directly with FIFA officials, observe real-world applications of football law, and gain insights into the organisation’s legal operations. The deadline for applications is Monday 31 March 2025. 📆

Enhancing the level of competition for clubs all around the world 🌎 This summer's FIFA Club World Cup 25™ will help to strengthen clubs outside of Europe, giving them a greater role in developing and educating players. FIFA Chief of Global Football Development Arsène Wenger told the European Club Association (ECA) Club Connect event in Madrid: "We want to have strong clubs everywhere in the world. Let’s not forget that the clubs are responsible for the development of the players. He added: "Today, everybody, every talent in the world, who was born and has some football talent, wants to come to Europe. Why? Because in their own country, there is no chance to play at a good level. So you would think that if we can create strong units everywhere in the world, they will take charge of developing more good players and developing football inside their country."