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In May, FIFA launched its own FIFA Blockchain, powered by the speed, scalability, and EVM compatibility, built on Avalanche technology. This strategic move positions FIFA at the forefront of digital engagement in global sports, reinforcing its mission to connect with fans worldwide through cutting-edge technology. FIFA Blockchain is already a relevant part of FIFA Collect and it will be expanded to embrace emerging technologies for the benefit of the entire football community. 🎉 Be part of this exciting new chapter — explore the platform now at collect.fifa.com

A robust anti-doping programme at the FIFA Club World Cup™ ✅ With the assistance of national anti-doping organisations around the globe, FIFA successfully delivered an extensive anti-doping programme covering all teams involved in the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup™. A total of 1,159 samples were produced and 738 tests conducted before and during the competition - with 400 tests carried out directly by FIFA. FIFA also partnered with USADA during the tournament, with the US agency providing local Doping Control Officers (DCOs) to complement FIFA’s own DCOs in conducting out-of-competition testing on the teams participating in the tournament. Comprehensive testing before and during the competition, strong cooperation with global anti-doping organisations and the collection and analysis of hundreds of samples all contributed to a highly successful anti-doping programme. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eKzYZW_c

FIFA is publishing the second (edition 2025) of the FIFA Quarterly Report on CAS Football Awards, available from 15 July. This report offers comprehensive and up-to-date summary of football-related decisions by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), spotlighting key legal trends, landmark rulings, and significant references from CAS jurisprudence, the Swiss Federal Tribunal and the European Court of Justice. This initiative sits alongside the annual CAS & Football Report and reflects FIFA’s continued commitment to transparency and knowledge sharing within the global football community. With over 70% of CAS cases involving football, the report is designed as an useful resource for clubs, players, lawyers and academics operating in the world of football law. By surfacing detailed insight into the legal decisions shaping the game, FIFA aims to support the community in better understanding the evolving regulatory landscape. Read more about the quarterly report here: https://lnkd.in/dVDWg_s9

Congratulations to Chelsea FC, the champions of FIFA Club World Cup 2025™! Chelsea beat Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in the final on Sunday evening to win the inaugural 32-team tournament, held in the United States. The attendance record for the tournament was broken at the final at the MetLife Stadium in New York New Jersey, with 81,118 supporters showing up to watch the showpiece.

FIFA Club World Cup final set to play host to the first ever FIFA tournament halftime show. Football and music take centre stage this Sunday as the FIFA Club World Cup™ Final transforms New York New Jersey into the global epicentre of nonstop spectacle. From 13:30 ET, fans at MetLife Stadium and around the world will experience over four hours of top-tier entertainment — on and off the pitch. For the first time in FIFA history, the stadium will transform into a major concert-scale experience for the halftime show, presented by Panini. A purpose-built stage in the upper stands will host the spectacle, with global chart-toppers J Balvin, Doja Cat, Tems, and Emmanuel Kelly lighting up the crowd. “I think the message that’s really important for me to drive across is just loving yourself, loving who you are, embracing the person that you are,” said Kelly. “Panini is proud to be the presenting partner for the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup halftime show, and to extend our global reach even further on this historical occasion,” said Ivam Faria, Panini Group Chief Executive Officer. The show supports the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which aims to raise USD 100 million to give children around the world greater access to quality education and football. One dollar from every ticket sold goes directly toward this goal. The full event will stream live and for free at DAZN.com. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eSTAnGef 

Robbie Williams and Laura Pausini to lead unforgettable build-up to FIFA Club World Cup™ Final 🙌 Before Chelsea FC and Paris Saint-Germain kick off their historic quest for glory, spectators will enjoy an unforgettable pre-match performance, presented by Visa. The ceremony features world-class music and visuals, as well as a tribute to the host nation. Produced in creative partnership with the acclaimed Balich Wonder Studio, the show will bring together a cast of over 80 professionals and will unfold in three powerful acts: the countdown to the final, a performance of the new Official FIFA Anthem and a tribute to the United States for hosting the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™. Robbie Williams and Laura Pausini will join forces to present Desire, FIFA’s new Official Anthem, which debuted at this tournament and will be played at all FIFA events going forward – including the FIFA World Cup 26™. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e-Bf48bP

The FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ will reach its historic conclusion this Sunday at MetLife Stadium, and the honour of officiating the final between Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea FC has been awarded to one of the game’s most accomplished referees: Alireza Faghani. Mr Faghani, who opened the tournament in Miami last month, will now close it at the highest level. A two-time AFC Referee of the Year, his résumé includes the final of the Men’s Olympic Football Tournament Rio 2016 and multiple FIFA World Cups — and this Club World Cup final will mark his fourth match at the tournament. “This is the first FIFA Club World Cup and it’s a real pleasure to be a part of such an important tournament,” said Mr Faghani. “We prepared for two weeks, working on all aspects — team tactics, practical and medical — and now I’ve received the final. I’m 47 years old, and this will be one of my last tournaments. I try to enjoy every moment.” FIFA Referees Committee Chairman Pierluigi Collina praised the level of officiating throughout the tournament and highlighted the difficulty of selecting a final match official from such a strong group. “When we decide the referee for a final, we always take into consideration several factors — especially the performances delivered during the competition,” said Mr Collina. “It was a very, very difficult decision because many referees deserved the final. We chose Alireza Faghani and his team because we are convinced they are the best team for the final.” Mr Faghani will be joined by assistant referees Anton Shchetinin and Ashley Beecham, fourth official Facundo Tello, reserve assistant referee Gabriel Chade, and video assistant referee Bastian Dankert. As the curtain closes on this groundbreaking edition of the FIFA Club World Cup™, FIFA extends its gratitude to all match officials whose preparation, professionalism, and performance helped make the competition a success. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eZJ7eRBz

The FIFA Clearing House is reshaping the global transfer system by ensuring that clubs are fairly rewarded for developing players. Since its launch in November 2022, FCH has allocated over USD 500 million to more than 7,000 clubs worldwide - including USD 300 million in training rewards. Based in Paris, the FIFA Clearing House is a licensed payment institution regulated under EU law. It operates independently, though fully owned by FIFA, and acts as a centralised intermediary for training compensation and solidarity payments. The system automates transactions, enforces compliance checks, and charges no fees to clubs. FIFA Clearing House has processed more than 7,300 electronic player passports and hundreds of allocation statements - making the process faster, safer and more transparent, whilst ensuring those who invest in talent development are properly compensated. FIFA President Gianni Infantino said: "Beyond the significant economic impact, these numbers demonstrate that the system is effective and provides a considerable contribution to increasing transparency and financial integrity in the football transfer system. This is groundbreaking; this is fantastic. For some of the smaller training clubs, even small amounts make a big difference. They deserve it." Read more: https://lnkd.in/egJKKJn2

In collaboration with University of Miami School of Law, the FIFA Summer Campus 2025 took place from 23 June to 3 July in Miami, where a number of football professionals came together for ten days of intensive learning, collaboration and insight into international football law. This year's programme explored the foundations of football law, the workings of the international transfer system, broader legal aspects of the sport, and proceedings at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Led by experienced legal experts across the football industry, the Summer Campus delivered real-world knowledge, relevant case studies and cutting-edge legal developments. To our 2025 participants: thank you for bringing your energy, curiosity and commitment. We hope this experience helps you drive forward the game with greater confidence and clarity. Emilio Garcia Silvero, Chief Legal and Compliance officer at FIFA, said “For the inaugural edition of the International Football Law Summer Campus, it has been our ambition to provide participants with a rigorous academic experience as well as with the real-world applications of football law – and I must say without any doubt: this has been fully accomplished.”

Introducing the Arabic version of the FIFA Disability Toolkit 🙌   To mark the launch of the Arabic edition of the FIFA Disability Toolkit, FIFA has delivered a workshop for the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, around the key concepts of the toolkit, showcasing how to facilitate the inclusion of people with various forms of disability in different football game adaptations and accessible infrastructure. FIFA launched the Disability Football Toolkit in December 2024, to help support and enhance opportunities for disabled people. The toolkit has been designed to support the global advancement and sustainability of Disability Football opportunities and structures and the inclusive and active participation of disabled people in all aspects of the beautiful game. According to the World Health Organization, 1.3 billion people, or 16% of the world’s population, experience some form of disability – and this number is expected to increase. One of FIFA’s key missions as world football’s governing body is to promote inclusion for all in the game, including disabled people and people with limited mobility. Following the presentation, the session concluded with a Q&A about the practical application of the toolkit, regional opportunities and FIFA’s future strategies in the field of disability football. Find out more about the FIFA Disability Toolkit here: https://lnkd.in/e2XgPp7a