FIFA celebrates historic step for women’s football at LA28 Olympic Games
IOC Executive Board approves proposal for 16 women’s and 12 men’s teams in the Olympic Football Tournaments at Los Angeles 2028
Landmark moment reflects FIFA’s and IOC’s shared commitment to growing women’s sport
Decision builds on FIFA Women’s World Cup™ expansion, opening doors for more players and nations to shine on the global stage
FIFA is pleased with the decision taken by the Executive Board of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to approve a proposal for 16 women’s and 12 men’s teams to participate in the Olympic Football Tournaments at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games (LA28) – a major milestone for the women’s game and a powerful endorsement of women’s sport.
The expansion of the women’s tournament reflects the shared commitment of FIFA, the IOC...