The 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway, and football fans around the globe are once again enjoying the excitement, passion, and drama that make the tournament one of the world's greatest sporting events. This year's World Cup is the largest in history, featuring 48 national teams and 104 matches across Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The tournament began on 11 June and will conclude with the Final on 19 July 2026.

World Fair Play Day 2026 once again highlighted that fair play is far more than a sporting principle. It is a universal value system built on respect, honesty, solidarity, equality and responsibility. Across the world, numerous events were organised to celebrate these ideals and to promote ethical conduct in sport and society.

International Fair Play Committee Celebrates World Fair Play Day with Major Expansion: Welcomes New Global Icons and Launches Academic Council.

In a major step to deepen the intellectual and educational framework of sportsmanship, CIFP has officially launched the Fair Play Academic Circle ("F-PAC").

When Excellence Elevates Itself Mutually. Our CIFP Council Member Cheche Vidal's fourth article from a special project for CIFP: In the women’s giant slalom event, three athletes offered an extraordinary demonstration of what it means to bring Fair Play to its highest level.

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