Fatma
SAMOURA
FIFA
FIFA Secretary General
Fatma
SAMOURA
FIFA
FIFA Secretary General
Patrick
NELSON
IFA
Chief Executive of the Irish FA
Patrick
NELSON
IFA
Chief Executive of the Irish FA
Ian
MAXWELL
SFA
Chief Executive of the Scottish FA
Ian
MAXWELL
SFA
Chief Executive of the Scottish FA
Mark
BULLINGHAM
The FA
Chief Executive of The FA
Mark
BULLINGHAM
The FA
Chief Executive of The FA
Noel
MOONEY
FAW
Chief Executive of the Welsh FA
Noel
MOONEY
FAW
Chief Executive of the Welsh FA
The Football and Technical Advisory Panels (FAP and TAP) bring together experts from across the world of football. The FAP consists of former football players, former and current coaches, representatives from the International Federation of Professional Footballers (FIFPro) and technical directors and experts from the confederations. FAP members bring their expertise and knowledge to the discussions of footballing issues and the sporting aspects of potential Law changes.
Mercy
AKIDE
FIFA
Mercy Akide Udoh (born 26 August 1975) is a former Nigerian footballer who played primarily as a forward for the Nigerian national football team. She is a pioneer in African women's football, having played in three FIFA World Cups, two Olympic Games and three African Women Cups, winning three titles and amassing a long string of firsts such as the first African Woman to be nominated for FIFA Player of the Year.
She currently is Head Women's Soccer Coach at the Regent University in Virginia and is an Assistant Director of Teams/Director of Community Programming for Steel United in the United States of America.
Mercy
AKIDE
FIFA
Mercy Akide Udoh (born 26 August 1975) is a former Nigerian footballer who played primarily as a forward for the Nigerian national football team. She is a pioneer in African women's football, having played in three FIFA World Cups, two Olympic Games and three African Women Cups, winning three titles and amassing a long string of firsts such as the first African Woman to be nominated for FIFA Player of the Year.
She currently is Head Women's Soccer Coach at the Regent University in Virginia and is an Assistant Director of Teams/Director of Community Programming for Steel United in the United States of America.
Jillian
ELLIS
FIFA
Jillian ‘Jill’ Ellis (born 6 September 1966) is an English-American soccer coach, who worked as a Director for the US Soccer Development from 2011 until 2014.
Ellis coached the United States women's national soccer team from 2014 to 2019 and won two FIFA Women's World Cups in 2015 and 2019, making her the second coach to win consecutive World Cups. Ellis owns a trainer record for participating in 132 international football matches. She currently is the President of the NWSL team in San Diego, USA.
Jillian
ELLIS
FIFA
Jillian ‘Jill’ Ellis (born 6 September 1966) is an English-American soccer coach, who worked as a Director for the US Soccer Development from 2011 until 2014.
Ellis coached the United States women's national soccer team from 2014 to 2019 and won two FIFA Women's World Cups in 2015 and 2019, making her the second coach to win consecutive World Cups. Ellis owns a trainer record for participating in 132 international football matches. She currently is the President of the NWSL team in San Diego, USA.
Arsène
WENGER
FIFA
He is currently FIFA’s Chief of Global Football Development.
Arsène
WENGER
FIFA
He is currently FIFA’s Chief of Global Football Development.
Lydia
WILLIAMS
FIFA
Lydia Williams (born 13 May 1988) is an Australian football player who currently plays as a goalkeeper for Arsenal in England's FA Women's Super League and the Australia women's national soccer team. Williams represented Australia at the Youth World Cup 2006 in Russia. She participated in four Women’s FIFA World Cups as well as four Women’s Asia Cups.
Williams was twice-named the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) Women's Footballer of the Year and was awarded W-League Goalkeeper of the Year for several seasons. She presently is a member of the PFA executive committee in Australia.
Lydia
WILLIAMS
FIFA
Lydia Williams (born 13 May 1988) is an Australian football player who currently plays as a goalkeeper for Arsenal in England's FA Women's Super League and the Australia women's national soccer team. Williams represented Australia at the Youth World Cup 2006 in Russia. She participated in four Women’s FIFA World Cups as well as four Women’s Asia Cups.
Williams was twice-named the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) Women's Footballer of the Year and was awarded W-League Goalkeeper of the Year for several seasons. She presently is a member of the PFA executive committee in Australia.
Mehdi
MAHDAVIKIA
AFC
Mehdi Mahdavikia (born 24 July 1977) is a former football player and one of the most-capped Iranian international of all time.
Mahdavikia played 110 matches and scored 13 goals for the national team (1995-2009). He represented Iran in two FIFA World Cups (1998, 2006) and four AFC Asian Cups (1996, 2000, 2004, 2007). He captained the national team from 2006 to 2009.
Mahdavikia spent most of his club career in Germany. He played for Vfl Bochum, Hamburger SV and Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga for more than a decade. He announced his retirement from playing in 2013 and soon was appointed the AFC Grassroots Ambassador.
Mehdi
MAHDAVIKIA
AFC
Mehdi Mahdavikia (born 24 July 1977) is a former football player and one of the most-capped Iranian international of all time.
Mahdavikia played 110 matches and scored 13 goals for the national team (1995-2009). He represented Iran in two FIFA World Cups (1998, 2006) and four AFC Asian Cups (1996, 2000, 2004, 2007). He captained the national team from 2006 to 2009.
Mahdavikia spent most of his club career in Germany. He played for Vfl Bochum, Hamburger SV and Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga for more than a decade. He announced his retirement from playing in 2013 and soon was appointed the AFC Grassroots Ambassador.
Hidetoshi
NAKATA
AFC
Hidetoshi Nakata (born 22 January 1977) is widely considered to be one of the greatest Japanese players of all time who was named the AFC Asian Footballer of the Year (1997, 1998).
The midfielder was a key player of the national team. He represented Japan in the Summer Olympics (1996, 2000) and made 10 appearances in three consecutive FIFA World Cups (1998, 2002, 2006). He played seven seasons in Italian Serie A (Perugia, AS Roma, AC Parma, Bologna, Fiorentina) and won the Serie A Championship as well as the Italian Cup.
At the age of 29, Nakata announced his retirement as a player. In 2014, he became the first Asian player to be awarded the Legends of Golden Foot title which is dedicated to the best footballers ever.
Hidetoshi
NAKATA
AFC
Hidetoshi Nakata (born 22 January 1977) is widely considered to be one of the greatest Japanese players of all time who was named the AFC Asian Footballer of the Year (1997, 1998).
The midfielder was a key player of the national team. He represented Japan in the Summer Olympics (1996, 2000) and made 10 appearances in three consecutive FIFA World Cups (1998, 2002, 2006). He played seven seasons in Italian Serie A (Perugia, AS Roma, AC Parma, Bologna, Fiorentina) and won the Serie A Championship as well as the Italian Cup.
At the age of 29, Nakata announced his retirement as a player. In 2014, he became the first Asian player to be awarded the Legends of Golden Foot title which is dedicated to the best footballers ever.
Daniel
AMOKACHI
CAF
Daniel Owofen Amokachi, known as The Bull, (born 30 December 1972) is a former Nigerian professional footballer who played as a striker from 1988 to 2005.
Amokachi began his career with Ranchers Bees and went on to play for Everton, Club Brugge, Besiktas and in the MLS with Colorado Rapids. He competed in the 1994 and 1998 World Championships, won the 1994 African Nations Cup and helped win the gold medal at the 1996 Olympics.
He currently works as Football Ambassador and Special Adviser to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on Sports.
Daniel
AMOKACHI
CAF
Daniel Owofen Amokachi, known as The Bull, (born 30 December 1972) is a former Nigerian professional footballer who played as a striker from 1988 to 2005.
Amokachi began his career with Ranchers Bees and went on to play for Everton, Club Brugge, Besiktas and in the MLS with Colorado Rapids. He competed in the 1994 and 1998 World Championships, won the 1994 African Nations Cup and helped win the gold medal at the 1996 Olympics.
He currently works as Football Ambassador and Special Adviser to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on Sports.
Carlos Enrique
FERNÁNDEZ CRUZ
CONCACAF
Carlos Enrique Fernández Cruz is the Director of Competitions at CONCACAF, where he plays a crucial role in planning, coordinating, and evaluating the operations of key areas such as Competitions, Operations, Refereeing, and Women's Football.
He develops policies and procedures to ensure efficient operations, implements directives from the General Secretary and CONCACAF Council, and reviews departmental performance to address any deficiencies. His expertise and dedication contribute to the success and advancement of football within the organisation.
Carlos Enrique
FERNÁNDEZ CRUZ
CONCACAF
Carlos Enrique Fernández Cruz is the Director of Competitions at CONCACAF, where he plays a crucial role in planning, coordinating, and evaluating the operations of key areas such as Competitions, Operations, Refereeing, and Women's Football.
He develops policies and procedures to ensure efficient operations, implements directives from the General Secretary and CONCACAF Council, and reviews departmental performance to address any deficiencies. His expertise and dedication contribute to the success and advancement of football within the organisation.
Jamaal
SHABAZZ
CONCACAF
Jamaal Shabazz (born 22 November 1963) is a football expert and manager from Trinidad and Tobago. He is currently the Head Coach for the Saint Lucia Football Association Men's National Team with an additional role as Supervisor of all the country's national teams.
Shabazz has contributed to the football development in the Caribbean Region over the last 30 years, especially in the area of club and women's football. He served CONCACAF as a technical analyst and media officer in the late 90's.
In 2010 Shabazz led the Guyanese players to their highest FIFA World Ranking of 86 and thus was named the FIFA Biggest Mover.
Jamaal
SHABAZZ
CONCACAF
Jamaal Shabazz (born 22 November 1963) is a football expert and manager from Trinidad and Tobago. He is currently the Head Coach for the Saint Lucia Football Association Men's National Team with an additional role as Supervisor of all the country's national teams.
Shabazz has contributed to the football development in the Caribbean Region over the last 30 years, especially in the area of club and women's football. He served CONCACAF as a technical analyst and media officer in the late 90's.
In 2010 Shabazz led the Guyanese players to their highest FIFA World Ranking of 86 and thus was named the FIFA Biggest Mover.
Francisco
MATURANA
CONMEBOL
Francisco Antonio Maturana García (born 15 February 1949) is a Colombian former football player and manager. He is currently a member of the FIFA Football Committee.
Maturana led the national teams of Columbia, Ecuador, Peru, Costa Rica, and Trinidad & Tobago. With the Colombian team, he qualified for the FIFA World Cup in 1990 and 1994 and won the Copa America in 2001.
On club level, Maturana worked in Argentina, Spain, Colombia, and Saudi Arabia. He achieved success with Atletico Nacional to be the first Colombian team to win the Copa Libertadores in 1989 and with América de Cali he became champion of Colombia.
Francisco
MATURANA
CONMEBOL
Francisco Antonio Maturana García (born 15 February 1949) is a Colombian former football player and manager. He is currently a member of the FIFA Football Committee.
Maturana led the national teams of Columbia, Ecuador, Peru, Costa Rica, and Trinidad & Tobago. With the Colombian team, he qualified for the FIFA World Cup in 1990 and 1994 and won the Copa America in 2001.
On club level, Maturana worked in Argentina, Spain, Colombia, and Saudi Arabia. He achieved success with Atletico Nacional to be the first Colombian team to win the Copa Libertadores in 1989 and with América de Cali he became champion of Colombia.
Nery
PUMPIDO
CONMEBOL
Nery Pumpido has taken up the position of Assistant Secretary General - Football and Director of Development at CONMEBOL in September 2021.
Pumpido has an outstanding record as both a player and coach, including winning the club championship and the Copa Libertadores with River Plate. He was the starting goalkeeper during Argentina's victorious 1986 World Cup campaign, playing in all seven games, conceding just five goals in 630 minutes of football, and keeping three clean sheets.
Nery
PUMPIDO
CONMEBOL
Nery Pumpido has taken up the position of Assistant Secretary General - Football and Director of Development at CONMEBOL in September 2021.
Pumpido has an outstanding record as both a player and coach, including winning the club championship and the Copa Libertadores with River Plate. He was the starting goalkeeper during Argentina's victorious 1986 World Cup campaign, playing in all seven games, conceding just five goals in 630 minutes of football, and keeping three clean sheets.
Diederik
DEWAELE
ECA
Diederik Dewaele (born 1 December 1978) is an integral part of the European Club Association (ECA) since 2008, holding various key positions within the organisation. From 2008 to 2018, he served as the Head of Administration, followed by his role as the Director of Competitions and Operations from 2018 to 2020. Currently, Dewaele holds the position of Director of Football, overseeing important projects and discussions related to international club competitions, calendar management, and other sporting matters.
Dewaele ensures that the voice of the clubs is well-represented in these discussions, establishing an ECA vision on football matters and leading the work of the ECA sporting bodies. He places a strong focus on the development of the Laws of the Game, with specific attention to the use of technology, enhancing the fluency and attractiveness of the game, and positively impacting players' health and workload.
Diederik
DEWAELE
ECA
Diederik Dewaele (born 1 December 1978) is an integral part of the European Club Association (ECA) since 2008, holding various key positions within the organisation. From 2008 to 2018, he served as the Head of Administration, followed by his role as the Director of Competitions and Operations from 2018 to 2020. Currently, Dewaele holds the position of Director of Football, overseeing important projects and discussions related to international club competitions, calendar management, and other sporting matters.
Dewaele ensures that the voice of the clubs is well-represented in these discussions, establishing an ECA vision on football matters and leading the work of the ECA sporting bodies. He places a strong focus on the development of the Laws of the Game, with specific attention to the use of technology, enhancing the fluency and attractiveness of the game, and positively impacting players' health and workload.
Geremie
NJITAP
FIFPro
Geremie Njitap is a prominent figure in Cameroonian football. Born on 20 December 1978, he has made significant contributions to the sport both as a player and as a football administrator.
Currently serving as the President of the Syndicat National de Footballeurs Camerounais (SYNAFOC), Njitap has demonstrated strong leadership and a commitment to representing the interests of Cameroonian footballers. In addition to his role as SYNAFOC President, Njitap is also a member of the boards of FIFPRO Africa and FIFPRO's global board.
Geremie
NJITAP
FIFPro
Geremie Njitap is a prominent figure in Cameroonian football. Born on 20 December 1978, he has made significant contributions to the sport both as a player and as a football administrator.
Currently serving as the President of the Syndicat National de Footballeurs Camerounais (SYNAFOC), Njitap has demonstrated strong leadership and a commitment to representing the interests of Cameroonian footballers. In addition to his role as SYNAFOC President, Njitap is also a member of the boards of FIFPRO Africa and FIFPRO's global board.
Aaron
HUGHES
IFA
Aaron Hughes (born 8 November 1979) has taken on the role of Technical Director for the Irish Football Association since December 2022. With his extensive experience as a former professional player, Hughes brings a valuable perspective to the position. Throughout his career, he showcased his skills in various positions, notably as a central defender, and earned a reputation for his composed demeanor and tactical awareness.
In his current role, Hughes plays a crucial part in shaping the technical direction of Northern Irish football. His responsibilities include overseeing player development and providing strategic guidance to further enhance the sport.
Aaron
HUGHES
IFA
Aaron Hughes (born 8 November 1979) has taken on the role of Technical Director for the Irish Football Association since December 2022. With his extensive experience as a former professional player, Hughes brings a valuable perspective to the position. Throughout his career, he showcased his skills in various positions, notably as a central defender, and earned a reputation for his composed demeanor and tactical awareness.
In his current role, Hughes plays a crucial part in shaping the technical direction of Northern Irish football. His responsibilities include overseeing player development and providing strategic guidance to further enhance the sport.
Ivan
VICELICH
OFC
Ivan Robert Vicelich, Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (born 3 September 1976), is a former New Zealand professional footballer who is currently assistant coach at Auckland City FC in the ISPS Handa Premiership and board member of New Zealand Professional Football Association.
Vicelich is New Zealand's most-capped international of all time with 88 caps between 1995 and 2013, and featured at the 2010 FIFA World Cup. He played club football in Europe, Asia and New Zealand, and won a bronze medal at the FIFA Club World Cup in Morocco 2014.
Ivan
VICELICH
OFC
Ivan Robert Vicelich, Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (born 3 September 1976), is a former New Zealand professional footballer who is currently assistant coach at Auckland City FC in the ISPS Handa Premiership and board member of New Zealand Professional Football Association.
Vicelich is New Zealand's most-capped international of all time with 88 caps between 1995 and 2013, and featured at the 2010 FIFA World Cup. He played club football in Europe, Asia and New Zealand, and won a bronze medal at the FIFA Club World Cup in Morocco 2014.
Pedro
MARTÍNEZ LOSA
SFA
Pedro Martinez Losa, born on May 9, 1976, currently holds the position of Head Coach of the Scottish Women's National Team, a role he took on in 2021. Throughout his career, Martinez Losa has held various coaching positions at clubs and national teams. He has worked with both men's and women's teams, showcasing his versatility and adaptability.
Notably, he has previously served as the Head Coach of Arsenal Women's Football Club, where he led the team to success in the FA Women's Cup and the FA Women's Super League.
Pedro
MARTÍNEZ LOSA
SFA
Pedro Martinez Losa, born on May 9, 1976, currently holds the position of Head Coach of the Scottish Women's National Team, a role he took on in 2021. Throughout his career, Martinez Losa has held various coaching positions at clubs and national teams. He has worked with both men's and women's teams, showcasing his versatility and adaptability.
Notably, he has previously served as the Head Coach of Arsenal Women's Football Club, where he led the team to success in the FA Women's Cup and the FA Women's Super League.
Zvonimir
BOBAN
UEFA
Zvonimir Boban (born 8 October 1968), is a Croatian former footballer who currently works at UEFA as the Chief of Football.
At AC Milan, he was an integral part of one of the greatest club sides of all time, where he won four Serie A championships as well as the UEFA Champions League. His international career was also marked by historic success, scoring the decisive penalty in the FIFA World Youth Championship in Chile in 1987 and captaining Croatia to third place at the 1998 FIFA World Cup in France.
Away from the pitch Boban has had an equally illustrious career, with vast experience working in the media as a football analyst for Sky TV in Italy for 13 years in addition to his time as the CEO of Croatia’s no. 1 daily sports newspaper SN (Sportske Novosti) and a columnist for La Gazzetta dello Sport.
Zvonimir
BOBAN
UEFA
Zvonimir Boban (born 8 October 1968), is a Croatian former footballer who currently works at UEFA as the Chief of Football.
At AC Milan, he was an integral part of one of the greatest club sides of all time, where he won four Serie A championships as well as the UEFA Champions League. His international career was also marked by historic success, scoring the decisive penalty in the FIFA World Youth Championship in Chile in 1987 and captaining Croatia to third place at the 1998 FIFA World Cup in France.
Away from the pitch Boban has had an equally illustrious career, with vast experience working in the media as a football analyst for Sky TV in Italy for 13 years in addition to his time as the CEO of Croatia’s no. 1 daily sports newspaper SN (Sportske Novosti) and a columnist for La Gazzetta dello Sport.
Luis
FIGO
UEFA
Luis Figo (born 4 November 1972) is one of the greatest Portuguese football players of all time, the Ballon d’Or winner in 2000 and FIFA World Player of the Year 2001.
Figo was the leader of Portugal’s „Golden Generation” and the captain of the national team.The midfielder represented Portugal at two FIFA World Cups and three UEFA European Championships.
Luis Figo had also an illustrious club career. He played for Sporting Clube de Portugal (1989-1995), FC Barcelona (1995-2000), Real Madrid C.F. (2005-2009) and Inter (2005-2009). His professional career was highlighted by more than 20 trophies including: one Portuguese Cup; four LaLiga titles, two Spanish Cups and six Spanish Super Cups (in Spain) as well as four Seria A titles, one Italian Cup (in Italy).
At the international level, he won UEFA Champions League title, UEFA Super Cup (twice), UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup and one Intercontinental Cup. His teamwork attitude resulted in over 100 assists in LaLiga – a record at that time which was broken only by Lionel Messi in 2015.
Luis
FIGO
UEFA
Luis Figo (born 4 November 1972) is one of the greatest Portuguese football players of all time, the Ballon d’Or winner in 2000 and FIFA World Player of the Year 2001.
Figo was the leader of Portugal’s „Golden Generation” and the captain of the national team.The midfielder represented Portugal at two FIFA World Cups and three UEFA European Championships.
Luis Figo had also an illustrious club career. He played for Sporting Clube de Portugal (1989-1995), FC Barcelona (1995-2000), Real Madrid C.F. (2005-2009) and Inter (2005-2009). His professional career was highlighted by more than 20 trophies including: one Portuguese Cup; four LaLiga titles, two Spanish Cups and six Spanish Super Cups (in Spain) as well as four Seria A titles, one Italian Cup (in Italy).
At the international level, he won UEFA Champions League title, UEFA Super Cup (twice), UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup and one Intercontinental Cup. His teamwork attitude resulted in over 100 assists in LaLiga – a record at that time which was broken only by Lionel Messi in 2015.
Todd
DURBIN
WLF
J.Todd Durbin (born 20 August 1968) is currently the Major League Soccer Executive Vice President of Competition and Player Relations. He is also a member of the FIFA Dispute Resolution Chamber and on the board of governors of the Professional Referees Organization (PRO).
Durbin joined Major League Soccer in 1995, a year before the League’s inaugural game. As one of the architects of the competition structure of Major League Soccer, Durbin oversees and manages the day-to-day operations of MLS’ player department (inclusive of youth and player development) and on-field competition (inclusive of the disciplinary process).
Todd
DURBIN
WLF
J.Todd Durbin (born 20 August 1968) is currently the Major League Soccer Executive Vice President of Competition and Player Relations. He is also a member of the FIFA Dispute Resolution Chamber and on the board of governors of the Professional Referees Organization (PRO).
Durbin joined Major League Soccer in 1995, a year before the League’s inaugural game. As one of the architects of the competition structure of Major League Soccer, Durbin oversees and manages the day-to-day operations of MLS’ player department (inclusive of youth and player development) and on-field competition (inclusive of the disciplinary process).
Kay
COSSINGTON
The IFAB
Kay Cossington (born 9 July 1978) has been a professional football coach since 1996, having spent most of her playing career at West Ham United. She was England International coach for over a decade winning a gold medal in 2009 WU19 European Championships.
Cossington has worked as a consultant for UEFA & FIFA as a talent development consultant for NA's and a coach developer at FIFA. Cossington is currently ‘Head of Women's Technical’ at the Football Association and is responsible for England’s youth to senior teams, including all technical aspects of the women's game across participation, coaching and the professional game.
Kay
COSSINGTON
The IFAB
Kay Cossington (born 9 July 1978) has been a professional football coach since 1996, having spent most of her playing career at West Ham United. She was England International coach for over a decade winning a gold medal in 2009 WU19 European Championships.
Cossington has worked as a consultant for UEFA & FIFA as a talent development consultant for NA's and a coach developer at FIFA. Cossington is currently ‘Head of Women's Technical’ at the Football Association and is responsible for England’s youth to senior teams, including all technical aspects of the women's game across participation, coaching and the professional game.
Cheryl
FOSTER
The IFAB
Cheryl Foster (born 4 October 1980) is a Welsh former football player and FIFA referee since 2016.
Foster played as a forward for Liverpool Ladies FC and Doncaster Belles. She represented Wales at youth levels and then in 1997 she made debut in the senior national team (63 caps in total). In May 2014, the Football Association of Wales (FAW) recognised Foster’s appearances with the award of a Golden Cap.
After retiring as a player in 2012, Foster started her refereeing career. In 2016 she was named on FIFA Refereeing International Lists. In 2018 she became the first female referee appointed to the Welsh Premier League (men’s first tier). She also officiates at Welsh Women’s Premier League and UEFA/FIFA international matches.
Cheryl
FOSTER
The IFAB
Cheryl Foster (born 4 October 1980) is a Welsh former football player and FIFA referee since 2016.
Foster played as a forward for Liverpool Ladies FC and Doncaster Belles. She represented Wales at youth levels and then in 1997 she made debut in the senior national team (63 caps in total). In May 2014, the Football Association of Wales (FAW) recognised Foster’s appearances with the award of a Golden Cap.
After retiring as a player in 2012, Foster started her refereeing career. In 2016 she was named on FIFA Refereeing International Lists. In 2018 she became the first female referee appointed to the Welsh Premier League (men’s first tier). She also officiates at Welsh Women’s Premier League and UEFA/FIFA international matches.
The TAP consists of the leading refereeing experts from all confederations as well as the members of The IFAB’s Technical Subcommittee (TSC). The TAP members bring their technical and refereeing expertise and knowledge to the discussions of footballing issues and the impacts of potential Law changes.
Shamsul
MAIDIN
AFC
Shamsul Maidin (born on 16 April 1966) is a former Football Association of Singapore (FAS) referee. AFC Director of Referees since 2016, Maidin has contributed to the development of Asian Refereeing for over two decades as match official, instructor and manager. Having represented Asia at the 2006 FIFA World Cup and the 2005 FIFA Confederations Cup, Maidin was twice selected AFC Official of the Year in the mentioned consecutive years.
Recognised for his solid experience as referee instructor and referee assessor at FIFA and AFC level, Maidin was appointed as part of the instructors’ team of the 2012 Olympic Games in London and the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. Other highlights of his career include the 2004, 2000 and 1996 AFC Asian Cup editions, as well as the 2003 and 2001 FIFA World Youth Championships. The Singaporean also became the only non-African match official at the 2006 African Cup of Nations and led United Arab Emirates Football Association (UAEFA) referees as Technical Director from 2013 to 2015.
Shamsul
MAIDIN
AFC
Shamsul Maidin (born on 16 April 1966) is a former Football Association of Singapore (FAS) referee. AFC Director of Referees since 2016, Maidin has contributed to the development of Asian Refereeing for over two decades as match official, instructor and manager. Having represented Asia at the 2006 FIFA World Cup and the 2005 FIFA Confederations Cup, Maidin was twice selected AFC Official of the Year in the mentioned consecutive years.
Recognised for his solid experience as referee instructor and referee assessor at FIFA and AFC level, Maidin was appointed as part of the instructors’ team of the 2012 Olympic Games in London and the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. Other highlights of his career include the 2004, 2000 and 1996 AFC Asian Cup editions, as well as the 2003 and 2001 FIFA World Youth Championships. The Singaporean also became the only non-African match official at the 2006 African Cup of Nations and led United Arab Emirates Football Association (UAEFA) referees as Technical Director from 2013 to 2015.
Noumandiez
DOUÉ
CAF
Noumandiez Doué (born 29 September 1970) works as Director of Refereeing at CAF. He has refereed in major international tournaments such as the 2010, 2012, 2013 and 2015 Africa Cup of Nations. He has also officiated at the 2011 and 2013 FIFA U-20 World Cup, the 2011 CAF Champions League Final, the 2011 and 2014 FIFA Club World Cup, and the 2014 FIFA World Cup. In 2011, Doué was named CAF Referee of the Year.
Noumandiez
DOUÉ
CAF
Noumandiez Doué (born 29 September 1970) works as Director of Refereeing at CAF. He has refereed in major international tournaments such as the 2010, 2012, 2013 and 2015 Africa Cup of Nations. He has also officiated at the 2011 and 2013 FIFA U-20 World Cup, the 2011 CAF Champions League Final, the 2011 and 2014 FIFA Club World Cup, and the 2014 FIFA World Cup. In 2011, Doué was named CAF Referee of the Year.
Nicola
RIZZOLI
CONCACAF
Nicola
RIZZOLI
CONCACAF
Enrique
CÁCERES
CONMEBOL
Enrique Cáceres (born 20 March 1974) is the President of the CONMEBOL Referee's Commission. As a referee, he officiated matches in the FIFA World Cup (2014 and 2018), the FIFA Club World Cup, the Copa Libertadores and the Copa América.
Enrique
CÁCERES
CONMEBOL
Enrique Cáceres (born 20 March 1974) is the President of the CONMEBOL Referee's Commission. As a referee, he officiated matches in the FIFA World Cup (2014 and 2018), the FIFA Club World Cup, the Copa Libertadores and the Copa América.
Kevin
STOLTENKAMP
OFC
Kevin Stoltenkamp (born 6 April 1965) is a former referee from New Zealand. He has officiated in New Zealand Football Chatham Cup and National League Grand Finals.
Kevin has combined his two passions, Football and Education and specialising in Athlete, Coach and Officials Development.
He is currently Ocean Football Confederation Head of Referees, Referee Instructor, Referee Assessor and Member of the FIFA Referee Committee.
Kevin
STOLTENKAMP
OFC
Kevin Stoltenkamp (born 6 April 1965) is a former referee from New Zealand. He has officiated in New Zealand Football Chatham Cup and National League Grand Finals.
Kevin has combined his two passions, Football and Education and specialising in Athlete, Coach and Officials Development.
He is currently Ocean Football Confederation Head of Referees, Referee Instructor, Referee Assessor and Member of the FIFA Referee Committee.
Roberto
ROSETTI
UEFA
Roberto Rosetti (born 18 September 1967) is a former Italian football referee. Since 2018, he has been UEFA's Chief Refereeing Officer and the Chairman of the Referees’ Committee.
Rosetti is widely considered to be one of the greatest referees of all time. He took charge of his first match in Serie A in 1998, officiated at almost 200 games in Italian top division and was named “Serie A Referee of the Year” four consecutive times (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009).
At the international level, Rosetti was a FIFA referee from 2002 up to his retirement in 2010. The highlight of his career came during UEFA EURO 2008, where he refereed the opening match, as well as the final (Germany – Spain 0:1). The same year, he was announced the World’s Best Referee by the International Federation of Football, History and Statistics (IFFHS). He was also active at the FIFA World Cup (2006, 2010) and 23 UEFA Champions League matches.
Roberto
ROSETTI
UEFA
Roberto Rosetti (born 18 September 1967) is a former Italian football referee. Since 2018, he has been UEFA's Chief Refereeing Officer and the Chairman of the Referees’ Committee.
Rosetti is widely considered to be one of the greatest referees of all time. He took charge of his first match in Serie A in 1998, officiated at almost 200 games in Italian top division and was named “Serie A Referee of the Year” four consecutive times (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009).
At the international level, Rosetti was a FIFA referee from 2002 up to his retirement in 2010. The highlight of his career came during UEFA EURO 2008, where he refereed the opening match, as well as the final (Germany – Spain 0:1). The same year, he was announced the World’s Best Referee by the International Federation of Football, History and Statistics (IFFHS). He was also active at the FIFA World Cup (2006, 2010) and 23 UEFA Champions League matches.
+ All members of The IFAB’s Technical Subcommittee
The Technical Subcommittee (TSC) consists of technical experts of The IFAB`s five members as well as The IFAB’s Technical Director, and includes former renowned international referees. The TSC assesses and analyses potential Law changes and interpretations proposed by national football associations, confederations and the other bodies of The IFAB. The TSC is also involved in overseeing experiments and trials approved by the Board of Directors (BoD).
Pierluigi
COLLINA
FIFA
Chairman of the FIFA Referees Committee
Pierluigi
COLLINA
FIFA
Chairman of the FIFA Referees Committee
Massimo
BUSACCA
FIFA
Refereeing Director at FIFA
Massimo
BUSACCA
FIFA
Refereeing Director at FIFA
Lee
EVANS
FAW
Match Officials Manager at the FA of Wales
Lee
EVANS
FAW
Match Officials Manager at the FA of Wales
William
CAMPBELL
IFA
Head of the CEO Office at the Irish FA
William
CAMPBELL
IFA
Head of the CEO Office at the Irish FA
Crawford
ALLAN
SFA
Head of Referee Operations at the Scottish FA
Crawford
ALLAN
SFA
Head of Referee Operations at the Scottish FA
Daniel
MEESON
The FA
Head of Technical and Referee Development at The FA
Daniel
MEESON
The FA
Head of Technical and Referee Development at The FA
David
ELLERAY
The IFAB
Technical Director of The IFAB
David
ELLERAY
The IFAB
Technical Director of The IFAB
The Executive Support Office forms the administrative arm of The IFAB. It supports The IFAB’s bodies and representatives in all administrative matters and is responsible for the office management, correspondence, financial accounting, website content and the organisational aspects of experiments and trials. The Executive Support Office arranges all meetings of The IFAB with its members and other stakeholders.
The Executive Support Office is located at The IFAB’s headquarters and is headed by The IFAB Secretary, who is appointed by, and reports directly to, the Board of Directors (BoD).
Lukas
BRUD
Secretary / CEO
Secretary / CEO of The IFAB
Lukas
BRUD
Secretary / CEO
Secretary / CEO of The IFAB
David
ELLERAY
Technical Director
Technical Director of The IFAB
David
ELLERAY
Technical Director
Technical Director of The IFAB
Simone
STUDER
Legal & HR
Senior Legal Counsel of The IFAB
Simone
STUDER
Legal & HR
Senior Legal Counsel of The IFAB
Mandy
BACHMANN
Administration & Events
Administration & Event Manager of The IFAB
Mandy
BACHMANN
Administration & Events
Administration & Event Manager of The IFAB
Maximilian
MÜLLER
Media & Communications
Media & Communications Manager of The IFAB
Maximilian
MÜLLER
Media & Communications
Media & Communications Manager of The IFAB
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Meetings
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) is the ordinary meeting of the General Assembly, normally held in March. The four British football associations and FIFA host the meeting in rotation.
The AGM takes decisions related to the Laws of the Game and deals with any other relevant topics. During voting procedures, the British associations have one vote each and FIFA has four votes. All decisions require a three‐quarter majority.
The decisions of the AGM regarding changes to the Laws of the Game are binding on confederations and national football associations as from 1 June following each meeting. However, competitions can implement any changes once they have been officially announced by The IFAB (normally within 4-6 weeks after an AGM) and competitions which have started before 1 June are permitted to delay implementing the changes until the end of the competition (at the latest).
The Annual Business Meeting (ABM) consults on proposed changes to the Laws of the Game presented by the Executive Support Office in collaboration with the Technical Subcommittee, and based on feedback provided by the Football Advisory Panel (FAP) and the Technology Advisory Panel (TAP). It decides which topics shall be dealt with at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and decides on experimentation of proposed Law amendments before being considered for implementation.
The ABM is attended by the General Secretaries and technical experts of the five members of The IFAB as well as The IFAB’s Technical Director. The General Secretary of the association responsible for hosting the following AGM chairs the ABM, which normally takes place in November.
Meetings of the Board of Directors (BoD) take place on a regular basis, at least once a year, to deal with all matters related to the administration, strategy and execution of IFABs responsibilities.
The Technical Subcommittee (TSC) meets on an ‘ad hoc’ basis, during which the group analyses and drafts potential amendments to, and interpretations of, the Laws of the Game and Practical Guidelines.
The Football Advisory Panel (FAP) and Technical Advisory Panel (TAP) meetings are held biannually usually in April after the Annual General Meeting (AGM), and in October before the Annual Business Meeting (ABM). During these meetings, potential Law changes and related topics are discussed in depth to provide The IFAB with expertise and insight before any ABM or AGM decisions are made.