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Fifa Mandates Female Coaches in Tournaments
21 Mar
Summary
- Fifa requires female coaches on bench in women's tournaments.
- At least two female staff members must be present.
- One must hold a head or assistant coach position.

World football's governing body, Fifa, has announced significant new regulations aimed at increasing female representation in coaching. Effective this year, all teams participating in Fifa's women's tournaments are required to include at least one female head or assistant coach.
This mandate will be implemented across competitions such as the Under-17s and Under-20s Women's World Cup and the Women's Champions Cup. The new ruling specifies that a minimum of two female staff members must be present on the bench during matches, with one fulfilling a coaching role.




