The World Health Organisation (WHO) and International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) are further partnering to promote health through football after the signing of a memorandum of understanding for four more years.
The new agreement was signed in Geneva, by WHO’ Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and FIFA President Gianni Infantino, as they both retarieted their organisations’ commitment to continue working together, said a joint statement shared by WHO.
“Health and football are perfect teammates. Promoting healthy lifestyles, safe stadiums and the physical and mental benefits of physical activity are among the many health goals WHO is proud to keep scoring with FIFA for the next four years,” said Tedros.
WHO’s partnership with FIFA has already succeeded to share evidence-based messages to help people of all ages lead healthier and safer lives through the power of football and sport, which is why WHO looks forward to continuing this journey, he further explained,
Since 2020, the two organizations have collaborated on various digital campaigns and initiatives to address several health-related issues
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