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FIFA launches Canada Celebrates, a countrywide FIFA World Cup 2026 celebration programme
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FIFA launches Canada Celebrates, a countrywide FIFA World Cup 2026 celebration programme

Canada Celebrates will bring the excitement of the world’s biggest sporting event to Canadian residents from coast to coast Stops will be located within a two-hour drive for more than 75% of Canadian residents Fans will be able to enjoy a live feed for match viewings at each of the celebration sites Today, FIFA has launched Canada Celebrates the FIFA World Cup 2026™, a first-of-its-kind programme that will unite communities across the tournament co-host country from 11 June to 19 July 2026, in celebration of the biggest FIFA World Cup™ in history. Delivered as a series of free-to-the-public, one-day community celebrations across the country, Canada Celebrates will bring football fans together for live match viewings, football-themed activations, cultural program...
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AFCON finalists Morocco and Senegal steal limelight in January 2026 FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking
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AFCON finalists Morocco and Senegal steal limelight in January 2026 FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking

Africa Cup of Nations winners Senegal and runners-up Morocco among main movers and shakers Moroccans rise to all-time high of eighth Senegal break new ground after AFCON triumph, climbing to 12th The recently concluded CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has made a significant impact on the January 2026 edition of the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking, with both finalists, perhaps unsurprisingly, making significant strides. Despite suffering heartbreak in the final, hosts Morocco (8th, up 3) can take comfort from returning to the top 10 for the first time since April 1998, reaching their best-ever position. AFCON winners Senegal (12th, up 7), have been rewarded for reclaiming the continental crown by scaling unprecedented heights of their own,...
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FIFA announces line-up for expanded FIFA Series 2026
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FIFA announces line-up for expanded FIFA Series 2026

Forty-eight national teams from all six FIFA confederations set to compete, representing almost a quarter of global football community Eleven FIFA Member Associations to host 12 groups engaging both men’s and women’s national teams All matches to be broadcast globally, improving access for fans and boosting visibility for national teams FIFA has confirmed the full line-up of hosts and the composition of the groups for the FIFA Series 2026, marking a significant milestone in the continued expansion of the initiative for men’s and women’s national teams. Following the announcement of the expanded format in November 2025, the FIFA Series 2026 will feature 48 national teams competing in 12 groups of four teams each during the international match window in March and Apri...
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FIFA and TikTok reach first-of-its-kind Preferred Platform agreement to enhance coverage of FIFA World Cup 2026
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FIFA and TikTok reach first-of-its-kind Preferred Platform agreement to enhance coverage of FIFA World Cup 2026

New concept will elevate access, opportunities and promotion of original content for fans as part of FIFA’s strategy to engage with third-party social platforms Partnership will be anchored by TikTok’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ hub and include behind-the-scenes access, global creator programme and more Event’s Media Partners to benefit from additional curated content and live-streaming possibilities The most inclusive event in football history has today become even more accessible, with an innovative partnership between FIFA and TikTok set to bring millions of fans even closer to the action and excitement at the FIFA World Cup 2026™. TikTok, one of the planet’s most influential and dynamic destinations for mobile video content, will become FIFA’s first-ever Preferred Platform....
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FIFA and Lenovo unveil multiple AI-powered innovations ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
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FIFA and Lenovo unveil multiple AI-powered innovations ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

Football AI Pro, AI-enabled 3D player avatars and next-generation Referee View revealed at Lenovo Tech World 2026 Group of “Football AI” innovations harness advanced AI to further enhance officiating technologies, as well as improve match analysis capabilities and drive fan engagement "Football AI” reflects FIFA and Lenovo’s shared commitment to modernising and democratising football through digital technology and AI FIFA and Lenovo have unveiled a series of technological innovations driven by artificial intelligence (AI) that are set to enhance officiating technologies, match analysis capabilities and performance, and drive fan engagement ahead of the game-changing 48-team FIFA World Cup 2026™. Revealed by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Lenovo Chairman and CEO Yuanq...
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FIFA and Dubai Sports Council sign partnership agreement for new awards to celebrate the best in football annually 
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FIFA and Dubai Sports Council sign partnership agreement for new awards to celebrate the best in football annually 

Memorandum of Understanding signed between FIFA and the Dubai Sports Council (DSC) at World Sports Summit in Dubai  Annual event to be the only official global awards that honours best performers on and off the pitch  First awards ceremony to take place in 2026 In the presence of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the United Arab Emirates, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, FIFA President Gianni Infantino and His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council (DSC), have announced the launch of a new annual world football awards event in Dubai.   Effective from 2026, the event will become the only...
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Tickets now on sale for decisive FIFA Women’s Champions Cup showdowns
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Tickets now on sale for decisive FIFA Women’s Champions Cup showdowns

Four matches – semi-finals, third-place play-off and final – to be played in London from Wednesday, 28 January to Sunday, 1 February next year Arsenal and Brentford stadiums will host the women’s club game at its highest level, with Arsenal, ASFAR, Corinthians and Gotham FC confirmed as the semi-finalists Tickets priced between £5 and £60 and available now at FIFA.com/tickets The countdown has begun to the exhilarating final stage of the inaugural FIFA Women’s Champions Cup™, which will take place in London from Wednesday, 28 January to Sunday, 1 February 2026. Following ASFAR’s victory on home soil on Sunday, the line-up of continental champions advancing to the decisive showdown stage is now complete. With the fixtures officially confirmed, football fans aro...
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Changing The Game: FIFA arrives on Netflix Games in time for FIFA World Cup 2026
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Changing The Game: FIFA arrives on Netflix Games in time for FIFA World Cup 2026

This summer, when the world gathers to celebrate the FIFA World Cup 2026™, fans can play a newly reimagined FIFA football simulation game exclusively on Netflix Games. Through this game, developed and published by Delphi Interactive, Netflix members will be able to experience the emotion and drama of the tournament in its purest, most joyful form: fast to learn, thrilling to master, and built for anyone to jump in. Fun will be just a click away, and anyone can play - solo or with their friends online. All you need is Netflix and your phone. “The FIFA World Cup is going to be the cultural event of 2026, and now fans will be able to celebrate their fandom by bringing the game right into their living rooms,” said Alain Tascan, President of Games at Netflix. “We want to bring f...
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LEGO Group and FIFA give fans chance to build football’s ultimate prize
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LEGO Group and FIFA give fans chance to build football’s ultimate prize

LEGO Group and FIFA announce new collaboration ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™ Iconic LEGO Editions FIFA World Cup™ Official Trophy made from LEGO bricks in 1:1 scale available for pre-order now at LEGO.com/product/fifa-world-cup-official-trophy The exciting announcement comes two days ahead of the final draw, which takes place in Washington DC on Friday FIFA has announced a groundbreaking initiative with the LEGO Group ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026™. This unprecedented collaboration aims to bring even more creativity and fun into the world of football for fans of all ages across the globe. The announcement comes as excitement reaches fever pitch in the run-up to the biggest, best and most inclusive FIFA World Cup™ in history, with representatives from 42 qualified nations an...
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Saudi Fund for Development and FIFA join forces to provide financial support for sports infrastructure in developing nations
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Saudi Fund for Development and FIFA join forces to provide financial support for sports infrastructure in developing nations

Memorandum of Understanding signed to support developing nations and their respective FIFA Member Associations (MAs), with a focus on countries with clear strategies to harness sport for national development Up to USD 1 billion in concessional loans to be allocated by the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) to finance the construction or the enhancement of FIFA-certified stadiums and essential surrounding infrastructure Partnership aims to advance sustainable development by promoting social inclusion, youth empowerment, and economic opportunity through sport Unlocking the potential of sports to drive economic and social development, the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) and FIFA have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to allocate up to USD 1 billion in concessional loans...
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