FIFA

FIFA stands for Fédération Internationale de Football Association. It is the global governing body for association football (soccer), as well as futsal and beach soccer.

Some key facts:

• Founded in 1904.
• Headquarters: Zurich.
• Organizes major international tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup and the FIFA Women’s World Cup.
• Has 200+ member national football associations from around the world.
• Sets the official rules and regulations for international football together with International Football Association Board.

The FIFA World Cup is held every four years and is the world’s most-watched sporting event.