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Infantino Celebrates Decade of Growth in Women's Football

2/27/2026

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Gianni Infantino, FIFA President, marks ten years in office.
Under his leadership, FIFA has invested strategically, increasing prize money and developing programs to support women's football globally.
The number of Women's National teams rose from 140 in 2015 to 198 today.
Nigerian player Desire Oparanozie praises these advancements, noting increased opportunities for African teams and emphasizing the importance of mentorship and community involvement to inspire future generations of female footballers.

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Gianni Infantino, FIFA President, marks ten years in office.
Under his leadership, FIFA has invested strategically, increasing prize money and developing programs to support women's football globally.
The number of Women's National teams rose from 140 in 2015 to 198 today.
Nigerian player Desire Oparanozie praises these advancements, noting increased opportunities for African teams and emphasizing the importance of mentorship and community involvement to inspire future generations of female footballers.