Meaning 1formal; sports organization · 82%
The international governing body of football, which organizes major competitions and helps shape rules.
Natural examples
Die FIFA vergab das Turnier an ein neues Gastgeberland.
FIFA awarded the tournament to a new host country.
Der Verband reichte eine Beschwerde bei der FIFA ein.
The association filed a complaint with FIFA.
Die FIFA veröffentlichte neue Richtlinien für den Wettbewerb.
FIFA published new competition guidelines.
Usage note
FIFA abbreviates the French name Fédération Internationale de Football Association. In German it takes the feminine article: die FIFA.
Mini-lesson: FIFA
The international governing body of football, which organizes major competitions and helps shape rules. FIFA abbreviates the French name Fédération Internationale de Football Association. In German it takes the feminine article: die FIFA.
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