FIFA approves prize money increase for 2019 Women's World CupThe Saigon Times Daily FIFA President Gianni Infantino attends a news conference at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow, Russia July 13, 2018 – PHOTO: REUTERS KIGALI (REUTERS) - FIFA will raise the prize money for the Women’s World Cup from US$15 million to US$30 million starting with next year’s edition in France, president Gianni Infantino announced on Friday, though critics immediately said the increase was not enough. Following a FIFA council meeting in Rwanda, the Swiss-Italian also said that US$20 million would be made available for pre-tournament preparations, meaning that US$50 million in total would be allocated across the 24 participating nations. The prize money is double the amount awarded in the 2015 World Cup in Canada and for the first time clubs will be rewarded for their players taking part in the tournament, as is the case in the men’s edition. “It’s a very important … [Read more...] about FIFA approves prize money increase for 2019 Women’s World Cup
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Recent gains brighten Vietnam’s outlook for maiden Women’s World Cup: FIFA
“Despite the difficulties facing them, Vietnam can take heart from their recent achievements,” stated the International Football Federation (FIFA) in an article published on its website, FIFA.com, on March 30, analysing Vietnam’s outlook for their maiden Women’s World Cup appearance. A photo of Vietnam's women team featured on FIFA.com Opening the article, FIFA praised the milestone achievements that Vietnamese football has attained over recent years, starting from their debut at a FIFA World Cup tournament, the 2016 FIFA Futsal World Cup in Colombia, to their second World Cup appearance at the 2017 FIFA U20 World Cup in the Republic of Korea (RoK) and the incredible runners-up finish of Vietnam U23s at the 2018 AFC U23 Championship in China. The federation also highlighted the opportunity for Vietnam’s women team, led by head coach Mai Duc Chung, to create their own milestone success, as a top-five finish at the upcoming 2018 AFC Women’s Asian … [Read more...] about Recent gains brighten Vietnam’s outlook for maiden Women’s World Cup: FIFA
Canada, Mexico and USA selected as hosts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be staged in Canada, Mexico and the United States. The 68th FIFA Congress convened in Moscow on June 13 and designated the three countries as the hosts of football’s most prestigious tournament, which by then will be played with 48 teams. Canada, Mexico and USA have been selected by FIFA as hosts of the 2026 World Cup - Photo: FIFA The United Bid received 134 of 200 votes cast, or 67 percent. Morocco tallied 65 votes (33 pct), and one single member association voted not to choose either of the two bids. On the eve of the opening game of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin made an appearance at the Expocentre and delivered a speech to the representatives of FIFA’s member associations reiterating the country’s readiness to welcome the world. The 68th FIFA Congress, among other decisions, ratified the 2017 Financial Report and approved the budget for the 2019-2022 cycle, with an … [Read more...] about Canada, Mexico and USA selected as hosts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
FIFA eyes big crowds, bigger profits at 2026 World Cup
The Azteca Stadium in Mexico City is at the heart of the North American bid. (Photo: AFP/PEDRO PARDO) FIFA had already decided to expand the 2026 tournament to 48 teams and by backing the joint bid it has also committed to holding the first tournament hosted by three countries. Here is an overview of the bid: STADIUM FACILITIES Arguably the greatest strength of the North American bid is the vast array of already-built stadiums available to organisers, ranging from iconic World Cup venues such as Mexico City's Azteca Stadium to state-of-the-art large-capacity arenas. A total of 23 venues - three in Mexico, three in Canada, 17 in the United States - have made the final shortlist that will be considered for the tournament. The average stadium capacity for the tournament is 55,000, with the largest being the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, best known as the home of the Dallas Cowboys NFL team. The stadium, which has a retractable roof, has a capacity of 92,467. The smallest is the … [Read more...] about FIFA eyes big crowds, bigger profits at 2026 World Cup
Defeating South Korea a must for World Cup berth
Viet Nam News Football HÀ NỘI — Moving on from their two huge defeats in the Asian Women’s Cup, the Vietnamese players are positive for their last Group B match against South Korea today in Amman, Jordan. After two rounds, Việt Nam, world No 35, are at the bottom of the ranking table. Although their previous defeats eliminated them from the final four, they can still reach the playoffs for the fifth place and earn a ticket to FIFA Women’s World Cup if they defeat South Korea, who are world No 16. Despite the challenge, coach Mai Đức Chung allowed his players to spend Wednesday afternoon shopping and sightseeing. Speaking about their rivals, Chung said the South Koreans were a team of physical players, who also owned good technique. He said their playing style was simple but effective, adding their performance improved with their matches against reigning champions Japan and runners-up Australia. He was impressed with at least four … [Read more...] about Defeating South Korea a must for World Cup berth