FIFA Member Associations in Focus (May 2025)

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

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Al Ain FC and Auckland City FC touch down as historic tournament draws near

Two-time AFC Champions League winners the first team to arrive in Team Base Camp Training Site city. Auckland City FC conducting pre-camp in Philadelphia ahead of the 32-team global extravaganza.

Al Ain FC players are seen at the airport 

Volunteer operations get under way for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™

As excitement continues to build ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™, volunteer operations have got under way – a sure sign that the long-awaited tournament, featuring 32 of the world’s most successful clubs, is just around the corner.

Qatar Airways named Official Airline Partner of FIFA Club World Cup 2025™

FIFA and Qatar Airways are pleased to announce a new agreement whereby the premium carrier will become the Official Airline Partner of the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup™.

The world’s best football talents set to be welcomed by communities across the United States

As the countdown to the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup™ continues, FIFA has confirmed the 34 FIFA Club World Cup Team Base Camp Training Sites that the 32 qualified clubs will utilise throughout the group stage of the competition. 

FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ Team Base Camp Training Sites

Tender launched in Canada for media rights to FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ and FIFA Women’s World Cup 2031™

FIFA has officially launched an invitation to tender for the media rights to the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ and the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2031™ in the territory of Canada. 

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German media rights for FIFA World Cup 26™ and FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ confirmed

Telekom Deutschland have agreed a deal for the media rights of the FIFA World Cup 26™, the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ and the next two editions of the FIFA U-20 World Cup™.

New brand for FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™ launched ahead of 2025 edition in Morocco

A revamped brand for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™ has been unveiled for the next five instalments, all of which will take place in Morocco. 

New brand for FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup™ launched ahead of 2025 edition in Morocco 

Los Angeles Football Club thrilled to be part of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™

Players from Los Angeles Football Club expressed their delight at qualifying for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™, saying it was a dream come true to be among 32 of the most successful club sides in the world who will take part in the competition. 

Players of Los Angeles FC celebrate

LAFC thrilled to be part of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™

Los Angeles Football Club stage dramatic extra time comeback to advance to FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ in a historic night in California

The 32nd and final club to qualify for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ was locked in on Saturday evening, with Los Angeles Football Club advancing to the competition proper by staging a thrilling come-from-behind victory in extra time.

Los Angeles Football Club v Club América - FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Play-In

Visa presale launches for FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025™ tickets

Thanks to Visa, a worldwide FIFA Partner, FIFA is offering Visa cardholders an exclusive opportunity to secure match tickets for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025™ early during the Visa presale.

FIFA brings accessible experiences for all fans to enjoy inaugural Club World Cup

FIFA is dedicated to making sure that all of our fans – including those with disabilities – have an excellent experience at this year’s inaugural FIFA Club World Cup™. 

 A general view of Hospitality Accessible Seating Knowledge Capture at Lusail Stadium

FIFA partners with USADA to ensure a clean FIFA Club World Cup 2025™

As the decade of major international sporting events hosted in the United States begins, FIFA and the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) are pleased to announce a collaboration to conduct anti-doping testing at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™.

A lab-technician analyses biological samples

Draw procedures for FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2025™ confirmed

The draw procedures for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2025™, which will be contested from 17 October to 8 November, have been confirmed. 

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Juan Pablo Sorin draws a card during the group draw for the FIFA U-20 Men's World Cup Chile 2025 

A view of the draw results during the group draw for the FIFA U-20 Men's World Cup Chile 2025

Gonzalo Jara draws the card for New Caledonia during the group draw for the FIFA U-20 Men's World Cup Chile 2025

President of FIFA Gianni Infantino speaks during the group draw for the FIFA U-20 Men's World Cup Chile 2025

Gonzalo Jara draws the card for Chile during the group draw for the FIFA U-20 Men's World Cup Chile 2025

Oficial photo during the group draw for the FIFA U-20 Men's World Cup Chile 2025

Draw for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025™

Lenovo and Motorola announced in new FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ partnership

Lenovo to incorporate its portfolio of devices, solutions and technologies across the inaugural edition of the FIFA Club World Cup™. 

Valvoline Global confirmed as Official FIFA World Cup 26™ Supporter

Valvoline Global, a worldwide leader in automotive and industrial solutions, has been announced as an Official FIFA World Cup 26™ Supporter ahead of the global extravaganza set to take place across Canada, Mexico and the United States next year.

Audio description commentary marks yet another milestone for the most inclusive club tournament ever

The FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ is set to be the most inclusive tournament ever, both on and off the pitch, with FIFA bringing audio description commentary to blind and visually impaired fans free of charge at every stadium.

A general view during Audio Descriptive Commentary Training at Meadowlands Chamber

Match schedule for FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025™ takes shape following draw

The Draw for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025™ took place in Santiago yesterday (Thursday, 29 May). The event, which was held at Chilevisión’s Machasa studios in the Chilean capital, revealed all 24 participating teams’ possible routes to the final.

Audio Descriptive Commentary Training

Participants in two FIFA programmes gain valuable insight into Brazilian football

Participants in the two key FIFA programmes, which aim to help raise the standards of club football worldwide and assist players in becoming leaders off the pitch, have spent one week visiting clubs and institutions in Brazil.

FIFA Diploma in Club Management in Brazil

Former Brazil internationals Alexandre Pato, Fernandinho and Lucas Leiva 

Group photo during the visit to the São Paulo FC Athlete Formation Center Laudo Natel

Group photo during the visit to Palmeiras

Group photo during the visit to Federação Paulista de Futebol 

Federação Paulista de Futebol Vice President Mauro Silva speaks

Alexandre Pato, Marcos Motta, Fernandinho and Lucas Leiva

FIFA Director of Professional Football Relations and Development, Ornella Bellia speaks

Participants in the FIFA Diploma of Club Management have spent one week visiting clubs and institutions in Brazil

FIFA Diploma in Club Management and FIFA Players Executive Programme participants gain valuable insight into Brazilian football

World football turns attention to Draw for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025™

The Draw for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025™ will take place in Santiago, Chile, on Thursday, 29 May and will be live-streamed on FIFA+.

Capacity crowd set to create electric atmosphere for FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ aspirants in Los Angeles

BMO Stadium in Los Angeles is set to be bouncing on Saturday, 31 May, when Los Angeles Football Club and Club América meet at 19:30 PT in a high-stakes play-in match for the final spot at the inaugural edition of the FIFA Club World Cup™.

Applications now open for Qatar 2025 FIFA Volunteer Programme

FIFA and the Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025™ and FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025™ today launched the registration process for the Qatar 2025 FIFA Volunteer Programme. 

Inaugurated in conjunction with FIFA World Football Week, this project will provide every boy and girl who wants to play football with a safe space to learn, play and grow

Aerial view of the FIFA Arena mini-pitch in Laos

The FIFA Arena project aims to ensure that generations of children around the world, particularly those living in disadvantaged areas in inner cities or in the countryside, will now have the chance to enjoy playing football

The pitch was installed at the Nakhouay Secondary School in the capital Vientiane as Laos celebrated World Football Week

The Lao Football Federation is committed to youth development and grassroots football

Laos became one of the first 11 countries to officially inaugurate the FIFA Arena mini-pitch

The mini-pitch was installed at the Nakhouay Secondary School in the capital Vientiane

Girls pose for a photo during the opening of the mini-pitch

Laos has joined the starting XI of FIFA Member Associations to have installed a mini-pitch as part of the FIFA Arena project

A video message from FIFA President Gianni Infantino was played at the inauguration ceremony

A young footballer shows his skills

Group picture during the inauguration of the mini-pitch as part of the FIFA Arena project 

The pitch was installed as Laos celebrated World Football Week

Children playing football in the new FIFA Arena in Laos

Following the ceremony, the LFF Technical Department organised a football clinic for around 40 children

Inauguration ceremony at the Nakhouay Secondary School in the capital Vientiane 

Aerial view of the mini-pitch in Vientiane, Laos

FIFA Arena inauguration in Laos

Laos celebrates opening of mini-pitch as part of the FIFA Arena project

Laos has joined the starting XI of FIFA Member Associations to have installed a mini-pitch as part of the FIFA Arena project which aims to establish at least 1,000 such facilities globally to provide more playing opportunities for children.

FIFA Arena Inauguration: Laos

FIFA Foundation launches a call for tenders for the implementation of the Digital Education Programme in Mauritania

The FIFA Foundation finances the Digital Education Programme, an educational initiative that provides technological tools as well as learning, training, and mentoring resources to primary schools in vulnerable environments. 

Interactive FIFA Connect workshop focussing on digital governance in Nepal

A general view of attendees at the FIFA Connect workshop in Nepal

Participants at the FIFA Connect Workshop in Nepal

A FIFA Connect Workshop at the ANFA Complex in Satdobato

A general view of attendees at the FIFA Connect workshop Nepal

Participants at the FIFA Connect workshop focussing on digital governance in Nepal

Instruction given at the FIFA Connect workshop focussing on digital governance in Nepal

Participants at the FIFA Connect workshop Nepal

Advice offered at the FIFA Connect workshop in Nepal on football governance

FIFA Connect workshop in Nepal

FIFA Connect Workshop hailed as a significant milestone for Nepalese football

Nepali football administrators gathered in Satdobato in May for a one-day FIFA Connect Workshop for the member districts of the All Nepal Football Association (ANFA).

Growing the women’s game (May 2025)

With numerous assistance programmes available to member associations, Inside FIFA reviews some of the recent Women's Football development work in diverse regions of the world during April and May 2025. 

FIFA League Development programme Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Draws for FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025™ and FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025™  completed 

The Raffles Hotel in Doha played host to the draws for the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025™ and the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025™ on Sunday, 25 May. 

Official Draw for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025

“We are all one team,” says Gianni Infantino as United Nations General Assembly marks World Football Day

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has told United Nations (UN) General Assembly members and fellow football fans “today, we are all one team” as part of the World Football Day celebrations within the very first FIFA World Football Week.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino | World Football Day

FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025™ and FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025™ draws to take centre stage in Doha

The draws for the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025™ and the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025™ are set to take place in Doha on Sunday, 25 May and can be followed live on FIFA+.

FIFA draw balls 

Vito the vizcacha bounces into action as the FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025™ Official Mascot

Vito the vizcacha, a champion of Chile and its vibrant culture, friendly people and stunning scenery, is ready to welcome the football family to his homeland for this year’s FIFA U-20 World Cup™ after being unveiled as the tournament’s Official Mascot.

Taittinger named Official FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ Champagne

FIFA is delighted to announce another chapter in its long-standing partnership with Taittinger, which will serve as the Official FIFA Club World Cup™ Champagne for the next two editions of the groundbreaking tournament.

Paraguay secure inaugural FIFA Youth Series title during World Football Week

Paraguay secured their place in football history as they were crowned the first-ever champions of the FIFA Youth Series, following a 3-0 victory over New Zealand in the final match of the inaugural tournament. 

Paraguay celebrate winning the FIFA Youth Series 2025

Harry Kane among superstars “really excited” for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™

FC Bayern München forward Harry Kane has joined a clutch of global superstars who are excited for the start of the new, groundbreaking FIFA Club World Cup™ in the United States this summer.

Superstars “really excited” for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™

Council of Europe Committee visits Home of FIFA as collaboration continues

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström welcomed a delegation from the Committee on Culture, Science, Education and Media (CULT) of the Parliamentary Assembly Council of Europe (PACE) to the Home of FIFA in Zurich.

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström during a meeting with Delegation of the Committee on Culture, Science, Education and Media of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) at the Home of FIFA

Disciplinary sanctions concerning FIFA World Cup™ qualifying

FIFA has published the sanctions imposed by its Disciplinary Committee for incidents that took place in March 2025 during the preliminary competition for the FIFA World Cup 26™.

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