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Expressions of interest now open for potential FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™ volunteers

Around 6,000 volunteers will support biggest women’s sporting event ever to be held in Brazil

Expressions of interest now open for potential FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™

Joe and Kiki: the Dallas duo’s extraordinary bond at FIFA World Cup 2026™

Man's best friend is usually found by the fireside, not on FIFA World Cup 2026™ duty. But Kiki, the service dog of Dallas, Texas volunteer Joe Flores, has spent the past weeks at the heart of the greatest show on Earth.

Joe and Kiki: the Dallas duo’s extraordinary bond at FIFA World Cup 2026

Unsung Hero Vera lauded by Captain America for her selfless contribution

Vera Gonzalez-Howard dissolved into tears saying “I don’t deserve this”, as USA captain Tim Ream offered praise and thanks for her contribution during the FIFA World Cup 26™ while gifting the Mexican-born US Citizen a Fourth of July decorated cake. 

'Once a volunteer, always a volunteer': the FIFA World Cup 2026 story of Paula Pontes

For many of its 50,000 volunteers, the FIFA World Cup 2026™ has been their first taste of the unique experience of being at the heart of a big, global football tournament, but there are a small group who have become veterans of the volunteer team.

Eduardo Granados: the FIFA World Cup 2026 volunteer connecting Mexico 1986 with today

Eduardo Granados has been recognised as Guadalajara’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ Unsung Hero, linking his current role to the historic 1986 tournament.

French pair prove volunteering unites the world at FIFA World Cup 2026

French friends Elsa Pelicant and Anais Stephany are among many international volunteers at the FIFA World Cup 2026™ and the duo describe their incredible on-pitch experiences and the joy of meeting new people. 

Seattle-based FIFA World Cup volunteers Elsa Pelicant and Anais Stephany 

Unsung Hero Gladys Torres dreams of five more FIFA World Cups

Gladys Torres, 71, named Houston’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ Unsung Hero. Torres was surprised with a miniature FIFA World Cup™ Trophy by Houston Venue Operations Director, fellow volunteers and the three FIFA World Cup 2026 mascots.

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Mother and daughter live out shared love of football as FIFA World Cup 2026 volunteers

For Mandii and Terry Pratt, volunteering has never been about the hours logged or the tasks completed. It is about family, community, and a shared love of the game that has bound this mother-daughter duo together with football for close to 20 years.

Historic record set by Mexico City’s “eternal volunteer” Pina Flores, the capital’s Unsung Hero

Pina Flores is no ordinary volunteer; she is taking part in her ninth international tournament as a volunteer, Flores boasts an impressive track record that has led to her being formally recognised as the Unsung Hero in Mexico City.

Alphonso Davies’ Canada surprise father-daughter duo with Unsung Hero award 

Volunteers are the heartbeat of every FIFA tournament. And in Vancouver, Canada, approximately 2,500 passionate volunteers are helping world football’s governing body to deliver the greatest show on Earth at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Volunteers meet Canadian National Team after their training session 

The remarkable recovery of Nancy Tituaña Morales, New York New Jersey’s FIFA World Cup 2026 Unsung Hero

For most of the 50,000 volunteers at the FIFA World Cup 2026™, being at the heart of the greatest show on Earth is an unforgettable opportunity for Nancy Tituaña Morales.

adidas Volunteer Nancy during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match between Ecuador and Germany

Mexican match made in heaven revelling in FIFA World Cup 2026™ volunteering journey

Volunteer Eduardo Amaya is part of the Access Management team at Monterrey Stadium at the FIFA World Cup 2026™, which is his second taste of volunteering since the 1970 edition when he was just 15 years old.

Mexican match made in heaven revelling in FIFA World Cup 2026 volunteering journey

Monterrey’s Unsung Hero, an inspiration for all FIFA World Cup 2026 volunteers

David Ricardo Cruz Bonilla is part of the volunteer team at Monterrey Stadium for the FIFA World Cup 2026™. With an ever-present smile, he has become a powerful example of inclusion and equality

Gianni Infantino inspired by Toronto’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ Unsung Hero 

Whisper it quietly: FIFA World Cup 2026™ Unsung Hero Alessia Commisso has always been more of a basketball fan. 

 Gianni Infantino inspired by Toronto’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ Unsung Hero

FIFA joins United Nations in support of International Volunteer Year 2026

FIFA has enthusiastically supported the United Nations for its International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development initiative.

FIFA joins United Nations in support of International Volunteer Year

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Gracia Labiche is 74 years old and volunteered for the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025™. Labiche talks about this new experience and confirms for the thousandth time that age is just a number.

Seychelles volunteer Gracia Labiche: Age is just a number 

Belarus v Senegal: FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025 Semi-Final

Craig Collins had a surprise meeting with FIFA President Gianni Infantino after becoming the one millionth FIFA Volunteer since the programme was revamped in 2020. Craig has joined the programme for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ and is based in Atlanta.

Gianni Infantino meets one millionth FIFA World Cup™ Volunteer

FIFA President Gianni Infantino, USA '94 volunteer Craig Collins and FIFA Chief Football Officer Jill Ellis

Paola, Karen and Miguel are part of a group of volunteers at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Colombia 2024™.

A dream come true for three volunteer siblings in Colombia

Karen, Miguel and Paola Romero Chavez pose with the official match ball prior to a FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Colombia 2024 match

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FIFA Volunteer Thank You Event in Vancouver

Thank you, Volunteers | FIFA World Cup 2026™

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Arsenal Women FC v SC Corinthians - FIFA Women's Champions Cup 2026 Final

Thank you, Volunteers | FIFA Women's Champions Cup London 2026

FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2025 Volunteers

Thank you, Volunteers | FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2025™

Thank you, Volunteers | FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025

Thank you, Volunteers | FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup 2025

Thank you FIFA U20 World Cup 2025™ Volunteers

Thank you, Volunteers | FIFA U20 World Cup 2025™

DJANE VIOLET, producer of the official FIFA Volunteer theme and proud member of our community, explains her inspiration to create the sounds of the FIFA World Cup 26™ Volunteer Programme. Listen to her creation now: https://fifasound.lnk.to/volunteertheme

FIFA Volunteer Sonic ID behind-the-scenes

FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ Volunteers

Thank you, Volunteers | FIFA Club World Cup 2025™

FIFA Volunteers - 75th Congress

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Thank you, Volunteers | FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Seychelles 2025™

Volunteers pose for a photo in Santo Domingo

Thank you, Volunteers | FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Dominican Republic 2024™

Thank you, Volunteers | FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Colombia 2024™

Thank you, Volunteers |  FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024 Dubai™

Thank you, Volunteers | FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024 Dubai™

Thank You, Volunteers | FIFA Club World Cup Saudi Arabia 2023™

Thank you, Volunteers | FIFA Club World Cup Saudi Arabia 2023™

Thank you, Volunteers | FIFA U-17 World Cup Indonesia 2023™

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