Thank You Sevilla, Hola Madrid!

It was only last week that we were saying goodbye to our 8th edition of WFS Europe, our last one in beautiful Sevilla. Over the course of three years, the memories and emotions felt will endure. But now it is time to focus on the future, and we are thrilled to announce that WFS Europe will return to Madrid in 2025!? On this week's?WFS Digest:

• WFS Europe:?Thank you, Sevilla!?
• WFS Europe:?Don't Miss the Best Images!
• WFS Asia:?Ambition for Better Football
• WFS Podcast:?The Changing Landscape in Football!

Will you play the game?

What do executives from the best football properties, former players trying to find their way in the business of the sport, decision-makers from leading brands, emerging industry talent, start-up founders, or renowned media outlets have in common? They all attended WFS Europe with a clear mission: create a better football industry! These are the key figures of the event:

• Attendees:?2,218
• Speakers:?145
• Countries:?79
• Clubs, Leagues, and Federations:?462
• Ambition to create a better industry??Infinite!?

And now, as we say goodbye to Sevilla, a city that has been witness to industry-defining moments, we say hello to Madrid! We are coming back home and we count the days until the global football community meets there!?

Will you join the movement? Request your interest now!

A picture is worth a thousand words!

Did you miss the action last week? Not a problem! You can now see the best images from the panels, the WFS Awards, the networking activities, etc. Notice the common pattern, the belief that we can and will create a football industry worth championing!

Check them out!

Ambition for a better football industry

Saudi Arabia is ready to take its place as a leading football hub, defying the conventional industry norms. What can the industry learn from their growth so far?

• Innovation Requires a Clean Slate:?Saudi Arabia’s “blank canvas” approach allows for reimagining football from the ground up.
• Content is King:?The future of football engagement extends far beyond match day. Powerful stories, delivered in the right context and content form, will attract new fans to the game.
• Local Roots, Global Ambitions:?Balancing international star power with homegrown talent development is crucial for long-term success.
• Technology as a Cornerstone:?Embracing cutting-edge tech is non-negotiable for future football success.
• Inclusive Growth:?The rapid rise of women’s football demonstrates the untapped potential in promoting inclusivity.
• Economic Catalyst:?Football can be a powerful driver of economic diversification and job creation

Join us for WFS Asia, taking place on December 2nd-3rd in Riyadh, and be part of the community that will push the Saudi Arabian football industry forward.

For a?limited time only, enjoy a 15% discount on tickets to the event!

??2-3?December 2024 | Riyadh, SAUDI ARABIA?|?WFS ASIA?????Tickets

??30 May?2025?| Munich, GERMANY?|?FIF????Pre-register

??June?2025?| MEXICO?|?WFS AMERICAS?????Pre-register

??October 2025?| Madrid, SPAIN?|?WFS EUROPE?????Pre-register