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In 2030, the World Cup will make history by being hosted across multiple countries: Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, with additional matches in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. Saudi Arabia is set to host the 2034 World Cup, aligning with its significant investments in sports such as golf, baseball, and soccer/futbol. These upcoming events showcase a diverse array of cultures and nations preparing to welcome the world. As fans gear up for these global spectacles, it's crucial to be aware of potential challenges in host countries and the measures being taken to address them. Understanding how to navigate unfamiliar situations is key to ensuring a positive experience. To delve deeper into the initiatives being implemented, I recommend exploring FIFA's presentation at William Paterson University of New Jersey. This insightful resource sheds light on the proactive steps being taken to enhance fan experiences and address any concerns that may arise. Being informed and prepared is essential for fans attending these mega sporting events. By familiarizing yourself with available resources and preemptive measures, you can ensure a smooth and enjoyable World Cup experience. [Link to FIFA's presentation at William Paterson University of New Jersey for further insights: https://lnkd.in/eSDqpw9V]

Extra time added at the FIFA tournaments One year ago, I posted about added extra time in the women’s World Cup in Australia 2023 and now it seems like we are seeing same pattern in the Men’s U21 and Women’s tournament at the Olympics 2024 in Paris. Let’s have a look at the first rounds: 1st Round: Women’s Olympic Tournament, Paris 2024: ESP - JPN: 90+7 CAN - NZL: 90+11 NIG – BRA: 90+9 GER – AUS: 90+7 FRA – COL: 90+12 USA – ZAM: 90+5 ➡️Average added time per game: 8,5 minutes ➡️Range from: 5-12 minutes 1st Round: Men’s Under 21 Olympic Tournament, Paris 2024: UZB – SPA: 90+10 ARG – MOR: 90+20 GUI – NZL: 90+14 EGY – DOM: 90+9 IRQ – UKR: 90+14 JPN – PAR: 90+6 FRA – USA: 90+9 MLI – ISR: 90+8 ➡️Average added time per game: 11,25 minutes ➡️Range from 6-20 minutes (I recognize that the ARG-MOR game was prolonged under special circumstances) My first thought was that FIFA tournaments seem to have more extra time added compared to UEFA tournaments, so I checked the first round of Men’s EURO 2024 in Germany to compare. 1st Round: Men’s Euro, Germany 2024: 6 groups, 24 teams and 36 games played: ➡️Average added time per game: 7,7 minutes ➡️Range from 4-18 minutes The FIFA tournaments are so far having more extra time added than the UEFA EURO 2024 tournament, but in general, coaches should be aware of the amount of extra time added, which leads to considerations about physical exhaustion of the starting players, timing and use of substitutions and the relatively bigger impact on female players because of physiological differences between men and women.

#snsinstitutions #snsdesignthinkers #designthinking hey connections I am here to describe about big sporting event , club world cup The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup will mark the debut of its expanded format, featuring 32 teams from around the globe. The tournament is scheduled to take place in the United States from June 15 to July 13, 2025, serving as a precursor to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This edition will feature clubs that qualified based on their continental championships over the past four years. Key Features of the 2025 Club World Cup: 1. Expanded Format: Teams are divided into eight groups of four. The top two teams from each group advance to the knockout stage, starting with the Round of 16. The competition concludes with a final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey【6】【7】【9】. 2. Qualification Criteria: UEFA is allocated 12 spots, CONMEBOL 6, and other confederations receive 4 slots each, with one additional spot for the host nation. Notable participants include Real Madrid, Manchester City, Palmeiras, and Al Hilal. Inter Miami qualifies as the host representative【6】【7】【9】. 3. Historical Context: The new format replaces the annual Club World Cup, transitioning to a quadrennial schedule similar to the FIFA World Cup. The annual tournament will now be replaced by the FIFA Intercontinental Cup【6】【7】.

🏆 The FIFA Club World Cup, originally the Inter-Continental Cup (1960-2004) featured champions from Europe and South America. 🔙 In 2005, their format evolved into a 7 team tournament, featuring champions of FIFA's six continental confederations and a host nation team. 🚀 In 2016, FIFA President Gianni Infantino proposed further expanding the tournament. Initially, a 24-team version was scheduled for 2021, but postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2023, FIFA confirmed that a new 32-team format would debut in 2025. ⚽ The upcoming updated format will feature 8 groups of 4 teams, a structure more familiar to global football fans (32 teams) since it aligns with the famous FIFA World Cup structure. 📉 However, interest in the Club World Cup has declined significantly over the past decade - particularly among European fans - for more reasons than one. ⚔️ The timing, usually in December, often clashes with domestic fixtures, leading to lower attendance from supporters of Europe compared to South America, Asia, and other regions. ☀ The new schedule is now coming up in summer, in June. No wonder why! 🌏 Former Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger, now a FIFA official, explained the objective behind this transformation: “In Europe, we are lucky, but it’s important that we make football really global, and this creates a chance for other clubs to progress. This is the real target.” ✅ Stay tuned as we explore everything surrounding the 2025 Club World Cup—from the star-studded participants and prize money to FIFA's challenges with TV rights, player welfare, and sponsorship deals! #Football #FIFA #FIFAClubWorldCup #GlobalFootball #FootballFans #FootballNews #FootballUpdates #Sports #BigHit

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It is hard to understate the magnitude of the World Cup and it is critical that you determine your brand strategy now, even if it's to do nothing. It's almost a gaurantee that a key stakeholder will ask what your brand is doing around the World Cup (and likely for tickets) and you'll want to to be able to explain the strategy and due dilligence behind it. Stay tuned for more on our World Cup brand strategy webinar!

🔍 FIFA recently published the regulations for the upcoming Club World Cup, which contains rules for multi-club ownerships (MCO). This could alredy prove to be a problem for certain clubs. The most notable rules are: 🔹 No one may simultaneously be involved, either directly or indirectly, in any capacity whatsoever in the management, administration and/or sporting performance of more than one club participating in the Competition. 🔹 In case of multiple clubs from the same MCO/network qualifying, it is FIFA deciding who will be admitted based on the FIFA rankings. 🇲🇽 This can become a challenge for the two Mexican clubs CF Pachuca and Club León who’re both owned by the same MCO in Grupo Pachuca, who also controls clubs like Real Oviedo (Spain) and Everton de Vinã del Mar (Chile). As for other clubs already qualified, who’re also involved in a MCO or clubs’ network, the list counts Al-Hilal, Chelsea, Manchester City, PSG, Bayern Munich, Altético Madrid and Red Bull Salzburg. Only 1 slot for the Club World Cup is still available, and will be decided based on the Copa Libertardores final, with the draw for the competition expected for December. #fifa #football #clubworldcup

DO YOU KNOW? Football has a long and storied history in the Summer Olympics. It was included as a men's competition sport in every Summer Games except the inaugural 1896 Games and the 1932 Games, the latter exclusion made to promote the new FIFA World Cup tournament. Women's football was added to the Olympic program at the Atlanta 1996 Games. Over the years, the men's tournament has seen many elite players, but to avoid competition with the World Cup, FIFA has imposed age restrictions: teams must be composed of players under 23, with three exceptions allowed per squad. The women's football tournament, in contrast, is a full senior-level international competition, second in prestige only to the FIFA Women's World Cup. This has allowed for some of the sport's greatest players, such as Marta and Alex Morgan, to participate and shine on this global stage. The men’s tournament has seen shifts in dominance from European teams to African and Latin American teams since the 1992 Barcelona Games, reflecting the evolving landscape of international football. Countdown #Paris2024 #OlympicGames

🌍⚽ FIFA Club World Cup 2025: The Schedule Is Here! ⚽🌍 The highly anticipated first-ever FIFA Club World Cup for 32 teams kicks off from June 17 to July 19, 2025, bringing us over a month of world-class football action across 11 cities in the 🇺🇸. The match schedule has just been revealed, and it’s packed with excitement from the group stage to the final! Key Details: • The tournament spans 33 days and features 64 matches, culminating in the final on July 19. • Host cities include Miami, Los Angeles, New York/New Jersey, Atlanta, Seattle, and more. • Knockout stages begin on June 29, leading to the quarterfinals, semifinals, and the ultimate showdown. A New Challenge for Players While fans are eagerly awaiting this historic tournament, the expanded format also raises important concerns. The addition of so many matches to the club football calendar will undoubtedly increase the physical and mental load on players. With 64 matches in just over a month, the strain on top players who already compete in packed domestic and international schedules cannot be ignored. This brings us to a critical question: 👉 How will FIFPRO respond to this increased demand on players, and what measures can be taken to ensure their well-being? #Football is evolving, but striking the right balance between growth and player welfare will be key to sustaining the sport’s beauty. Let’s hear your thoughts! #Football #FIFAClubWorldCup2025 #PlayerWelfare #FIFPRO #GlobalGame

🌍 Squad Values at UEFA Euro 2024 As the UEFA European Championship 2024 is underway, it's fascinating to see the squad values of the participating teams. 🔍 Key Highlights: ·       England (€1,382 million) - Leading the pack with an impressive squad value, reflecting the high caliber of English football. ·       France (€1,328.6 million) - A close second, showcasing the depth of talent in French football. ·       Portugal (€1,058.6 million) - With a squad value surpassing the €1 billion mark, Portugal's football investments are clearly paying off. Here are the squad values for all the participating countries: 1. England: €1,382 million 2. France: €1,328.6 million 3. Portugal: €1,058.6 million 4. Spain: €895.2 million 5. Germany: €859.8 million 6. Netherlands: €784.4 million 7. Italy: €684.3 million 8. Belgium: €653.3 million 9. Denmark: €418.9 million 10. Croatia: €382.4 million 11. Ukraine: €353.5 million 12. Serbia: €314.2 million 13. Turkey: €303.3 million 14. Switzerland: €299.1 million 15. Austria: €252.2 million 16. Scotland: €178.4 million 17. Poland: €172.8 million 18. Hungary: €169.9 million 19. Slovenia: €169.6 million 20. Georgia: €164.7 million 21. Czechia: €156.7 million 22. Slovakia: €155.3 million 23. Albania: €100.4 million 24. Romania: €78.1 million Which country's squad value surprises you the most, and why? #AnalyticsArts #Euro2024 #Football #SquadValues #NewArticle