FIFA Set To Release New International Football Calendar

FIFA Set To Release New International Football Calendar

By Sampson Adedeji

The President World football governing body Gianni Infantino is hoping to push through the rescue package at the next FIFA council meeting later this month.

"The need for top club football to resume has understandably taken priority, but we must also consider national teams, women's football, lower-tier domestic leagues, youth and the grassroots game," Infantino said.

"We have to show unity across all aspects of football and make sure football can resume in its globality. This is our priority and our financial relief plan will also follow this principle."

While domestic leagues are gradually restarting, the international calendar has been decimated with Euro 2020 and the Copa America both postponed until next year.

However, Infantino said a reworked international schedule could be published shortly.

"On another very important topic, namely the international match calendar, I am happy to report that we also made some good progress," he said.

"In consultation with different stakeholders, we are closer to present a balanced solution that takes into account everyone's challenges and needs," he concluded.