Fédération Internationale de Football Association

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) is the global governing body for soccer, responsible for overseeing the sport's rules, organizing international tournaments like the World Cup, and promoting its development worldwide. Founded in 1904, FIFA sets standards for gameplay, refereeing, and player eligibility, ensuring consistency and fairness across countries. It also coordinates efforts among national football associations to grow the sport, encourage fair play, and uphold its integrity. Essentially, FIFA acts as the central organization that unites the world's soccer community and manages the sport's worldwide growth and organization.