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The Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) is the international governing body for football, futsal and beach football. Formed in 1904 to oversea international competitions, FIFA’s biggest achievement includes the organization of World Cup in 1930 and Women’s World Cup in 1991. Headquartered in Zurich, the association at its origin started with eight countries only but presently it has 211 national associations belonging to six regional confederations of the world. The association in 2013 has been able to generate revenues over 1.3 billion US dollars and generated a net profit of 72 million. However, the same organization also has been accused their leadership on the basis of corruption and bribery that led to the indictments of nine high-ranking FIFA officials along with five corporate executives.

Formed in 1904, FIFA was formed after the realization for a single body to govern and oversee association football in the early twentieth century. There were an increasing popularity and demand of international matches which led to the formation of FIFA. The Federation Internationale de Football Association was formed in Paris in 1904 and the French name and acronym are used everywhere. The main aim of the formation of the organization was to oversee international competition among the national associations of Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland. However, there has been an increase in the number of members and the organization currently, has 211 national associations. Robert Guerin became the first president of FIFA and he was replaced by Daniel Burley Woolfall in 1906. FIFA staged its first tournament in the 1908 London Olympics and in 1909, the FIFA membership expanded beyond Europe and made South Africa as its member in 1909, Argentina I 1912, Canada and Chile in 1913 and the United States in 1914. However, international football went on to decline during the World War One and after Woolfall’s death in 1918, it was considered that FIFA would collapse. However, Hirschmann in 1919 was solely responsible for keeping FIFA alive. In 1919 the British Association representing countries like England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales withdrew to protest the inclusion of the central power countries but they rejoined again in 192-. They again withdrew in 1928 and did not return until the end of World War II. FIFA was able to organize Olympic games and in the 1924 summer Olympics between Uruguay and Switzerland, there were 60,000 spectators watching the final. Later in 1928, FIFA considered staging their own world championship and later decided to held it in Uruguay as the country was celebrating its 100^th anniversary of independence. However, there was a huge economic crisis in Europe which led to several nations to pull out their participation. The first world cup began in Montevideo on 18^th July 1930 and the tournament had only four European countries participating in the tournament. in the 1934 World Cup hosted by Italy, the world cup final was the first match to be broadcasted live on radio and Italy won the world cup. As of 2016, there has been 20 football world cup’s organized and they have been won by eight different teams. The current FIFA champion is Germany after winning the 2014 world cup. Brazil has been the winner of world cup five times and is the only team to have played every tournament whereas Germany and Italy have been four-time winners of the world cup. Teams like Argentina and Uruguay has been the winner twice whereas England, France and Spain have been the winner of one title each.

FIFA has an executive Committee chaired by the President and the committee is composed of 24 people, the President, 8 Vice Presidents and 15 members. The executive committee is the main decision-making body of the organization and it decides which country will host the world cup. Glanni Infantino is the current and the 9^th President of FIFA to encourage the players and the teams. FIFA holds annual award ceremonies and it awards the FIFA Ballon d’OR to the top men’s player and FIFA World Player of the Year to the top women’s player. The other awards include FIFA Puskas Award, FIFA Pro Best XI, FIFA Fair Play Award and FIFA Presidential Award. FIFA has also been a part of many controversies and has been alleged for corruption. In May 2006, Andrew Jenning’s book “Foul! The Secret World of FIFA Bribes, Vote-Rigging, and Ticket Scandals” created controversies after it alleged international cash for contract scandals as well as vote rigging that occurred in the fight for Sepp Blatter’s continued control of FIFA. Journalists have also alleged FIFA for corruption, bribery and also raised questions on the organization’s decision in awarding the 2018 world cup to Russia and 2022 world cup to Qatar. These allegations lead to the indictments of nine high-ranking FIFA officials and five corporate executives by the IS Department of Justice on the charges of racketeering, wire fraud and money laundering which led to the arrest of many officials by the Swiss authorities on 27^th May 2015.

FIFA Best Awards 2023: World Cup Winners Lionel Messi, Jenni Hermoso Lead Nominations
ANI | September 15, 2023 2:04 PM IST
Messi, a two-time winner in 2019 and 2022, is among the players nominated for the Best FIFA Men's
FIFA Best Awards 2023: World Cup Winners Lionel Messi, Jenni Hermoso Lead Nominations
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Peru vs Brazil, Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch FIFA WC Qualifiers
Koushik Paul | September 13, 2023 9:29 AM IST
Live Streaming of Peru vs Brazil: Neymar is likely to start the Selecaos against Peru.
Peru vs Brazil, Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch FIFA WC Qualifiers
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Bolivia Vs Argentina, Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
Koushik Paul | September 11, 2023 3:41 PM IST
Bolivia Vs Argentine, FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Argentine superstar Lionel Messi is likely to miss
Bolivia Vs Argentina, Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Portugal Legend Cristiano Ronaldo Opens Up On Whether He Will Play In Tournament Or Not
Utkarsh Rathour | September 7, 2023 4:50 PM IST
Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo has scored five goals in the four Euro Cup 2024 qualifier matches
FIFA World Cup 2026: Portugal Legend Cristiano Ronaldo Opens Up On Whether He Will Play In Tournament Or Not
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Messi Fit And Willing For World Cup Qualifiers: Argentina Manager Scaloni
IANS | September 7, 2023 2:23 PM IST
Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni has said that Lionel Messi will play as many minutes as possible
Messi Fit And Willing For World Cup Qualifiers: Argentina Manager Scaloni
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AIFF Confirms Odisha As Host For India vs. Qatar Match For FIFA World Cup 2026 And AFC Asian Cup 2027 Joint Qualifiers
India.com Sports Desk | September 2, 2023 5:58 PM IST
AIFF has officially announced in a communication to the Football Association of Odisha, that state
AIFF Confirms Odisha As Host For India vs. Qatar Match For FIFA World Cup 2026 And AFC Asian Cup 2027 Joint Q
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David Warner trolls Barmy Army after England's loss in FIFA Women's World Cup final
India.com Sports Desk | August 21, 2023 12:37 PM IST
England lost to Spain in the FIFA Women's World Cup final and this prompted David Warner's jibe.
David Warner trolls Barmy Army after England's loss in FIFA Women's World Cup final
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From Turmoil To Triumph, Spain Earns Its First Women’s World Cup Title With A 1-0 Win Over England
Associated Press | August 21, 2023 1:51 AM IST
Olga Carmona scored in the first half of the final and Spain held on to cap the month-long
From Turmoil To Triumph, Spain Earns Its First Women’s World Cup Title With A 1-0 Win Over England
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FIFA Women's World Cup 2023: How Much Cash Will England's Lionesses Get If They Win Final Against Spain?
Utkarsh Rathour | August 20, 2023 4:00 PM IST
Both Three Lionesses and Spain will look to become the newest FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 winners.
FIFA Women's World Cup 2023: How Much Cash Will England's Lionesses Get If They Win Final Against Spain?
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Why 2023 Is An Important Year For Indian Football Team ? | EXPLAINED
Debayan Bhattacharyya | August 15, 2023 2:22 PM IST
Despite an 11-run unbeaten streak for the Indian football team, the real test for the Blue Tigers
Why 2023 Is An Important Year For Indian Football Team ? | EXPLAINED
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Women's World Cup: Spain's Extra Time Stunner Seals Win Over Netherlands, Securing First-Ever Semifinal Berth
IANS | August 11, 2023 1:31 PM IST
Though the first half remained goalless, Spain dominated the proceedings. They consistently applied
Women's World Cup: Spain's Extra Time Stunner Seals Win Over Netherlands, Securing First-Ever Semifinal Berth
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How Can Indian Football Team Qualify For FIFA World Cup 2026 - EXPLAINED
India.com Sports Desk | July 30, 2023 9:23 AM IST
Beginning from Pot 2 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, India, who are placed 99th in the FIFA
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FIFA Women's World Cup: South Africa Squander Two-Goal Lead, Held 2-2 By Argentina
IANS | July 28, 2023 11:02 AM IST
Both sides have thus kept their last 16 hopes alive before their final Group G fixtures on Saturday
FIFA Women's World Cup: South Africa Squander Two-Goal Lead, Held 2-2 By Argentina
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FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: India Grouped With Qatar, Kuwait in Four-Team Group A
India.com Sports Desk | July 27, 2023 8:17 PM IST
The Indian men's football team has been drawn in Group A of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Preliminary
FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: India Grouped With Qatar, Kuwait in Four-Team Group A
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FIFA Women's World Cup: Netherlands hold Defending Champions USA To 1-1 Draw
IANS | July 27, 2023 11:22 AM IST
This is the second time the U.S. and the Netherlands have faced off at the World Cup, and the first
FIFA Women's World Cup: Netherlands hold Defending Champions USA To 1-1 Draw
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FIFA Women's World Cup: Spain, Japan Seal Last 16 Berths, Canada Beat Ireland
IANS | July 27, 2023 12:06 AM IST
Spain and Japan secured their berths in the last 16 stage with decisive victories over Zambia and
FIFA Women's World Cup: Spain, Japan Seal Last 16 Berths, Canada Beat Ireland
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FIFA Women's World Cup: Italy Beat Argentina 1-0 In Group G Thriller
IANS | July 24, 2023 3:35 PM IST
Girelli became the first player to score in two editions of the FIFA Women's World Cup for Italy.
FIFA Women's World Cup: Italy Beat Argentina 1-0 In Group G Thriller
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Two Dead In Auckland Shooting Hours Before City Hosts FIFA Women's World Cup
Associated Press | July 20, 2023 6:53 AM IST
New Zealand Prime Minster Chris Hipkins said the tournament would go ahead as planned. "Clearly
Two Dead In Auckland Shooting Hours Before City Hosts FIFA Women's World Cup
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Morocco's Historic Women's World Cup Debut Inspires Girls Even If Some In Arab World Ignore It
Associated Press | July 10, 2023 5:32 PM IST
After years largely in the margins, Moroccan women's soccer is gaining new ground at home and
Morocco's Historic Women's World Cup Debut Inspires Girls Even If Some In Arab World Ignore It
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Star footabller Emiliano Martinez inaugurates Pele_Maradona Sobers Ghate at Mohan bagan Club
Video Desk | July 4, 2023 7:05 PM IST
FIFA Golden Gloves Winner Emiliano Martinez inaugurates Mohun Bagan's Pele- Maradona- Sobers Gate
Star footabller Emiliano Martinez inaugurates Pele_Maradona Sobers Ghate at Mohan bagan Club
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