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World Football Summit Asia 2024 Concludes in Riyadh, Marking Historic Milestone in Global Football Evolution

The ambition to host the 2034 FIFA Men's World Cup was one of the main topics of discussion

World Football Summit Asia 2024 (WFS Asia 24) (www.WorldFootballSummit.com) concluded today at the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) in Riyadh, marking the end of a transformative two-day summit that has redefined the landscape of football business in Saudi Arabia and the entire GCC region. WFS, which counted on the Saudi…

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World Football Summit Asia 2024 Kicks Off in Riyadh, Uniting Thousands of Global Industry Leaders Under the Vision of Creating The Football of The Future

The Summit represents a crucial step toward Vision 2030's ambitious goal of increasing the sports sector's contribution to 2.5-3% of The KSA’s national GDP

Thousands of global football industry leaders gather in Riyadh in the largest football industry event ever seen in the region. The Summit, in alignment with Vision 2030, aims to define a new vision for football on the global scene and establish itself as a key pillar in The Kingdom of…

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Seychelles Officially Receives Ceremonial Ball for 2025 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup

The 2025 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup marks its 13th edition and a historic first for Africa, with Seychelles serving as the inaugural host nation on the continent

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Wavel Ramkalawan, today accepted the milestone in the island nation's preparations to host the prestigious tournament next May. At a ceremony held at State House, the President of Seychelles Football Federation, Mr. Elvis Chetty officially handed over the ball to President Ramkalawan. The…

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Andres Iniesta: “The FIFA World Cup™ in Morocco, Portugal and Spain has every ingredient to be a great success”

During 16 years playing for FC Barcelona, Iniesta won a total of 35 trophies, including nine La Liga titles and four UEFA Champions Leagues

In the passionate world of football, it’s not often that a player rises above the tribalism to earn the admiration and respect of his peers, opponents, and fans across the world. Andres Iniesta is one such person. Known for incredible humility off the pitch, and exceptional playmaking on it, Iniesta’s…

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Freestyle Connect Africa 2.0 Champions Crowned at CANEX WEEKEND 2024 in Algiers!

Freestyle Connect Africa 2.0 was more than a competition—it was a celebration of African creativity and culture, uniting 23 freestyle footballers from across the continent

Feet 'N' Tricks International (www.FeetNTricks.com), in collaboration with the World Freestyle Football Association (WFFA) and proudly sponsored by AFREXIMBANK, has successfully concluded the second edition of Freestyle Connect Africa at the CANEX WEEKEND 2024 in Algiers, Algeria. The event, held on October 18th, 2024, at the SAFEX Exhibition Centre, brought together…

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Marking World Sight Day with goals for inclusion for visually-impaired Somalis

The sport, which was created in the 1940s and is now an Olympic sport, was on display recently during an exhibition match at the Embassy of Türkiye in Mogadishu to mark World Sight Day

For many Somalis, the sport of football is a passion, whether it be following teams in a local tournament or in one of the world’s major leagues. But for one group of Somalis, it is the sport of goalball that has them eager to score. A version of the classic football…

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MRM Sport Capital Partners with Africa Football Business Summit 2024 as Key Investment Partner

MRM Sport Capital’s involvement underscores the firm's commitment to the growth of the African sports industry

The Football Foundation for Africa (FFA) (https://FootballFoundation.Africa) is proud to announce a strategic partnership with MRM Sport Capital, an innovative sports investment firm with a global footprint. MRM Sport Capital joins as a key investment partner for the upcoming Africa Football Business Summit 2024, which will take place in Nairobi,…

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Afreximbank enters deal for EUR 245 million facility with New World Television (NWTV) for African sports broadcast rights acquisition

The deal signing was overseen by Mrs. Kanayo Awani, Executive Vice President, Intra-African Trade and Export Development, Afreximbank and Mr. Louis Biyao, representative of the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NWTV

African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) has announced the signing of a EUR 245-million global facility with the New World Television (NWTV) network. The funding will part finance the network’s acquisition of media licensing rights for selected broadcasting sport copyrights from global media rights holders to permit broadcast across Africa. The…

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AMBI Group Announced as Social Legacy Partner of the Africa Football Business Summit 2024

The purpose of our partnership is to promote a legacy that inspires involvement from all stakeholders, ensuring that the values and principles of the Foundation are upheld and strengthened

We are excited to announce a strategic partnership between The Football Foundation for Africa (www.FootballFoundation.Africa) and Ambi Group, with Ambi Group stepping in as our Social Legacy Partner. Together, we aim to create a lasting impact beyond the game of football, fostering a positive social legacy for our communities and…

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The Football Foundation for Africa Partners with Kenya Airways for Africa Football Business Summit 2024

Kenya Airways, a leading African airline, will provide discounted airfares for Summit participants and promote the event globally

The Football Foundation for Africa (FFA) (https://FootballFoundation.Africa/) is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Kenya Airways for the Africa Football Business Summit 2024, which will take place on October 24-25, 2024, in Nairobi. Delegates will get 10% off the flights to Nairobi between 18th and 30th October using promo…