Member associations to meet in Vancouver at 76th FIFA Congress
The 76th FIFA Congress is taking place in Vancouver, bringing together 211 member associations, marking only the second time the event has been held in Canada. While the agenda includes routine financial and administrative reports, recent announcements on prize money increases and World Cup hosting decisions have already shaped the discussion. Notable developments include Iran's delegation being denied entry to Canada and clarification that FIFA did not formally request a police escort for President Gianni Infantino.
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Open this photo in gallery:FIFA president Gianni Infantino gives a speech during the 36th AFC Annual Congress in Vancouver on Tuesday.Jennifer Gauthier/ReutersShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountThe footballing world meets in Vancouver on Thursday, with 211 member associations invited to the 76th FIFA Congress.Held since 1904, the FIFA Congress traditionally takes place in the World Cup host country the year of the tournament. Canada won out over co-hosts Mexico and the U.S.The only other time the Congress has been held in Canada was in 1976 in Montreal, site of the Summer Olympics, when João Havelange was FIFA president.For Victor Montagliani, who doubles as CONCACAF president and FIFA vice-president, this Congress is special.Not only does the…
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