FIFA - Philippine Football Federation

March 4, 2026

Why is 8v8 football vital for U13 players? PFF explains as 8-a-side game to be held in ’26 Palaro

The Department of Education’s (DepEd) decision to implement 8v8 football for the Elementary Boys Division of the 2026 Palarong Pambansa marks one of the most significant structural changes in recent grassroots football history. Understandably, many Filipino parents, coaches, and…

February 26, 2026

A Decade of Transformation: PFF honors Gianni Infantino’s 10th Anniversary as FIFA President

PFF President John Anthony Gutierrez and FIFA Council Member and former PFF President Mariano V. Araneta join the global football community in celebrating the 10th anniversary of Gianni Infantino’s leadership of FIFA. Since assuming office in 2016, President Infantino…

January 21, 2026

Football infra wave rolls out as PFF, FIFA inaugurate first-ever FIFA Arena in Balanga City

BALANGA— Philippine Football Federation (PFF), FIFA, and the Olongapo City-Zambales Football Association (OCZFA) officially opened the country’s first-ever FIFA Arena in Barangay Bagumbayan, Balanga City, Bataan, marking the beginning of an infra wave in Philippine football, a nationwide push…

January 11, 2026

A Nation Rising: Moving Philippine Football Forward

In 2025, Philippine football made headlines as national teams recorded qualifications, podium finishes, historic firsts, and deeper tournament runs. Alongside these, fan engagement strengthened, and institutional confidence grew, culminating in the country’s historic hosting of the FIFA Futsal Women’s…

December 11, 2025

Charting a unified path for long-term growth with PFF Women’s Football Strategy Workshop

With Philippine women’s football experiencing the most successful period in its history, the Philippine Football Federation (PFF) completed the final session of the PFF Women’s Football Strategy Workshop on 24 November, concluding a four-part series designed to transform achievements…

December 10, 2025

5k strong PH crowd powers historic final of 1st FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup won by Brazil

The Philippine Football Federation (PFF) celebrates a milestone evening in Philippine sporting history as more than 5,000 passionate Filipino fans filled the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City on Sunday, delivering a thunderous and unforgettable atmosphere for the final of…

November 5, 2025

Clearer path for grassroots growth with FIFA Talent Development Scheme

“Through the FIFA Talent Development Scheme, we are building a clear and sustainable pathway for Filipino players to rise from the regions to the national team. Our focus is on nurturing homegrown talent and creating a football culture where…

August 20, 2025

PFF Pres Gutierrez: PH ready for FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup hosting

“We're very excited. We are on time with every and all preparations. We have been closely working with FIFA… It's looking good for us. "I think the local organizing committee is doing an excellent job, again, working with FIFA…