Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry Core Insights - The FIFA Sub-Committee on Human Rights & Social Responsibility has developed a report addressing access to remedy for workers involved in the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, responding to a request from the Norwegian Football Federation [1][2] - The report emphasizes the importance of creating a legacy for workers and outlines recommendations for FIFA to enhance its efforts in providing remedy to affected workers [18][23] Summary by Sections Steps Undertaken by the Sub-Committee - The Sub-Committee prioritized labor rights issues related to the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 since its inception, transitioning from a Working Group to a formal Sub-Committee in December 2022 [3][4] - A visit to Doha was conducted to engage with stakeholders, including FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 LLC and the International Labour Organisation, to understand measures taken for labor rights protection [4][5] - The Sub-Committee committed to a transparent study on access to remedy for workers, incorporating insights from independent experts and civil society [6][7] The Human Level Study - The Human Level Study assesses FIFA's efforts to mitigate human rights risks for workers and measures taken to enable access to remedy [10] - It acknowledges the steps taken by FIFA and its partners to protect the rights of construction and service workers while identifying areas for improvement [11] - The study proposes a proactive approach for FIFA to provide remedy for workers who have not received adequate remediation [12][13] Considerations by the Sub-Committee and Advice to FIFA - The Sub-Committee acknowledges FIFA's efforts in protecting workers and the role of the Supreme Committee in enhancing labor rights [15][16] - It highlights the labor rights reforms in Qatar since 2016 and the importance of continued engagement with the Ministry of Labour [16][17] - The Sub-Committee advises FIFA to consider the Human Level Study's conclusions and to act on the intention to dedicate the FIFA World Cup 2022 Legacy Fund to strengthen the legacy for migrant workers [20][21] - Recommendations include establishing a Working Group to develop a detailed Project Plan for the Legacy Fund, ensuring it supports both retrospective and prospective remediation measures [21][22]

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 industry Core Insights - The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 engaged 5 billion fans across all media platforms, including linear TV, digital, social media, and FIFA platforms [19] - The total reach of the final match between France and Argentina was the highest ever, with 1.42 billion viewers [19] - The average global live audience for the tournament was 175 million viewers, reflecting an 8.2% decrease from the 2018 tournament [87] - There was a substantial increase in digital and social engagement, with the 2022 final delivering a 621% increase in social media engagements compared to the 2018 final [19] - Digital streaming records were set, with Telemundo's coverage of the final being the most streamed FIFA World Cup match in U.S. media history [19] Summary by Sections Total Engagement - The total engagement for FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 was projected to reflect the total number of people who engaged with the event, extending beyond traditional TV reach [4] - Claimed consumer behaviors related to engagement were collected from 24 markets, with a total sample size of 26,000 [5] Audience Measurement - The majority of audience data was sourced from official television auditing agencies and Publicis Sport & Entertainment [9][10] - Linear TV reach was reported at 2.87 billion viewers, with a noted 11.9% decrease in one-minute reach compared to the 2018 tournament [39] Digital and Social Media Engagement - The report highlighted that 2.62 billion hours of viewing were reported on digital platforms, with a significant portion coming from MRL owned and operated platforms [118] - China accounted for 49.8% of all hours of viewing on digital and social platforms globally, with Douyin and Miguvideo being the most viewed platforms [122] Regional Engagement - The highest consumption of coverage was in Africa & Middle East with 9.89 billion viewer hours, followed by Asia with 9.56 billion hours [103] - Europe saw a 21.0% increase in coverage hours compared to the 2018 tournament, while North America experienced a 44.2% decrease [95] Match Audience - The final match had an average audience of 17.43 million for Argentina and 25.07 million for France, with a total of 1.064 billion viewers [76] - The top ten most-watched matches included Argentina vs. France in the final, which had a global live audience of 50.8 million [79]

Investment Rating - The Morocco/Portugal/Spain 2030 bid received an average score of 4.2 out of 5, while the Argentina/Paraguay/Uruguay bid for the Centenary Celebration received an average score of 3.6 out of 5 [41][42]. Core Insights - The Morocco/Portugal/Spain bid aims to unite people through football, emphasizing inclusivity and sustainability, and would be the first FIFA World Cup hosted across two continents [28][29][73]. - The Argentina/Paraguay/Uruguay bid focuses on celebrating the tournament's historical roots and aims to deliver a memorable experience for fans [36][39][123]. Summary by Sections Executive Summaries - The Morocco/Portugal/Spain bid presents a strong proposition with high-quality venues across 17 host cities, including a mix of existing and modernized facilities [29][30][34]. - The Argentina/Paraguay/Uruguay bid highlights the emotional connection to football and the capacity to host a significant Centenary Celebration [36][39]. Bidding Process Overview - The FIFA administration evaluated the bids based on technical requirements, infrastructure, and commercial potential, ensuring compliance with hosting standards [26][27][41]. Bid Evaluation Methodology - The evaluation included scoring systems for technical assessments, focusing on infrastructure, accommodation, and transport [4][60]. Individual Bid Evaluations - The Morocco/Portugal/Spain bid includes 20 stadiums, with significant refurbishment projects underway, and a strong commitment from governments at all levels [78][80][84]. - The Argentina/Paraguay/Uruguay bid showcases existing infrastructure in Buenos Aires and ongoing modernization efforts in Montevideo and Asunción [38][39][40]. Risk Assessments - The Morocco/Portugal/Spain bid has a medium risk profile for stadiums due to extensive refurbishment, but strong planning and early construction mitigate this risk [30][83]. - The Argentina/Paraguay/Uruguay bid also presents medium risks related to accommodation and infrastructure, which need further attention [54][39]. Technical Scoring - The Morocco/Portugal/Spain bid scored highly across various components, particularly in accommodation and transport, indicating a robust commercial position [64][97]. - The Argentina/Paraguay/Uruguay bid scored lower, particularly in transport, highlighting areas for improvement [66].

Industry Investment Rating - The report does not provide an explicit investment rating for the industry [1][2][3] Core Viewpoints - FIFA has introduced a new standard within the FIFA Quality Programme for Electronic Performance and Technology Standard (EPTS) called Broadcast EPTS, which aims to democratize football technologies by assessing supplier systems that generate player performance data using existing infrastructure such as broadcast footage and team-filmed footage [4] - The test protocol for Broadcast EPTS involves providing footage from an official professional match, with pitch dimensions surveyed using a total station, and capturing player movements with a reference system and professional broadcast system [5][6] - Suppliers will receive a secure link to download broadcast footage, pitch dimensions, and team sheets, and will have up to 24 hours to upload data for evaluation [7][8] - The reference system's accuracy is assessed using a three-dimensional motion capture system (VICON), with excellent agreement between VICON and the reference system demonstrated by a mean absolute error for speed of 0.04 m·s-1 and an RMSD for position of 0.15 m [11][16][18] - Data analysis processes include synchronizing reference system data with supplier data, aligning position data, and conducting statistical analysis to determine the level of agreement between the two data sources [24][29][30][31] Detailed Summary by Section Introduction - FIFA has launched the Broadcast EPTS standard to democratize football technologies by assessing supplier systems that generate player performance data using existing infrastructure [4] Test Protocol - FIFA will provide footage from an official professional match, with pitch dimensions surveyed using a total station [5] - The test area will consist of the full size of the pitch, capturing player movements with a reference system and professional broadcast system [6] - Suppliers will receive a secure link to download broadcast footage, pitch dimensions, and team sheets, and will have up to 24 hours to upload data [7][8] - Players will be tracked in all match activities within the pitch dimensions [9] Reference System - The accuracy of the reference system is assessed using a three-dimensional motion capture system (VICON), with excellent agreement demonstrated by a mean absolute error for speed of 0.04 m·s-1 and an RMSD for position of 0.15 m [11][16][18] - The reference system uses sixteen cameras running at 25 fps and 1936 x 1216 pixels, positioned as high as possible around the test area and synchronized to capture images at the same time [21][22] Data Analysis - Data analysis processes include synchronizing reference system data with supplier data, aligning position data, and conducting statistical analysis to determine the level of agreement between the two data sources [24][29][30][31] - Suppliers must provide data in .csv format, including specific data columns and using the FIFA EPTS Standard Data Format [27][28] - Statistical analysis will assess differences between supplier and reference system data for position and velocity, with pass or fail criteria based on tolerance thresholds for visible players [31] Available Camera Footage - The report provides an overview of available camera angles, types of player coverage, derived metrics, and limitations, including WORLD FEED, CAMERA 1 FEED, and DYNAMIC TACTICAL FEED [10]

Industry Overview - The FIFA Council has approved several updates to the Beach Soccer Laws of the Game for the 2024-25 season, aligning them with recent modifications in football [1] - The main amendments and the complete Beach Soccer Laws of the Game 2024-25 are accessible on FIFA's official website [2] Key Amendments to Beach Soccer Laws Law 3 - The Players - If a substitute or their team commits another offence, play is restarted based on the restart associated with that offence [3] - Each team must have a captain identified with an armband, responsible for the team's behavior [3] Law 4 - The Players' Equipment - Compulsory equipment includes a shirt with sleeves, shorts, and an armband for the captain [3] - Footwear is not permitted, and protective equipment like gloves and headgear is allowed [3] Law 5 - The Referees - Referees must stop play if a player is seriously injured and ensure the player is removed from the pitch [4] - The time review system (TRS) is used to verify if the ball entered the goal before the acoustic signal at the end of a period [4] Law 7 - The Duration of the Match - Each period ends when the stipulated playing time has elapsed, signaled by an acoustic signal [6] - If no timekeeper is present or the signal fails, the referees signal the end of the period with their whistle [6] Law 8 - The Start and Restart of Play - Offences during kick-off, such as a double touch by the kicker, result in a free kick to the defending team [8] - If both teams commit offences simultaneously, the kick-off is retaken, and both players are cautioned [8] Law 12 - Fouls and Misconduct - A player is sent off for denying an obvious goalscoring opportunity through a deliberate handball [11] - A player is cautioned for stopping a promising attack by committing a deliberate handball offence [11] Law 14 - The Penalty Kick - If an attacking-team player encroaches during a penalty kick, the penalty is retaken if the goal is scored [19] - If the goalkeeper commits an offence, the penalty is retaken, and the goalkeeper is warned [19] Practical Guidelines for Referees - Referees must position themselves 2m from the goal during penalty shoot-outs to check if the ball crosses the goal line [20] - The second referee stands 3m from the imaginary penalty mark to ensure the ball and goalkeeper are correctly positioned [20] Video Support Protocol - Video support (VS) can be used to review decisions related to goals, penalties, free kicks, direct red cards, and mistaken identity [25] - VS can also be used to verify if the ball entered the goal before the acoustic signal at the end of a period [25] Summary of Key Changes - The amendments aim to simplify the game and align beach soccer laws with football and futsal [59] - Referees are expected to make decisions within the "spirit" of the game, promoting fairness and safety [60]

Industry Overview - The FIFA Council has approved several updates to the Futsal Laws of the Game for the 2024-25 season, aligning them with recent modifications in football [1] - The updates include futsal-specific adjustments, particularly for youth, veterans', disability, and grassroots futsal, covering aspects such as pitch size, ball specifications, and game duration [3] Key Amendments to Futsal Laws - Advertising on the pitch is permitted, provided it is at least 0.75m away from boundary lines and does not distract players or officials [3] - Each team must have a captain wearing an identifying armband, with no special privileges but a responsibility for team behavior [3] - Goalkeepers are allowed to wear trousers, and shinguards must be covered by socks and made of suitable material for protection [3] Gameplay and Equipment Rules - Non-dangerous protective equipment, such as gloves, headgear, and facemasks, is permitted for players, and goalkeepers may wear caps and sports spectacles [4] - A dropped ball must be retaken if it enters the goal without touching at least two players, unless due to facility conditions or improper dropping [4] - Players sent off during the match are not permitted to participate in penalty shoot-outs, and warnings/cautions are not carried forward [5] Penalty and Free Kick Regulations - For a direct free kick beginning with the sixth accumulated foul (DFKSAF), the ball must be stationary on the 10m mark, and encroachment by players is penalized if it impacts the goalkeeper or kicker [6] - If a penalty kick is not taken within four seconds after the referee's signal, an indirect free kick is awarded to the opposing team [7] - Encroachment by both attacking and defending players during a DFKSAF results in a retake and warnings for the offending players [8] Referee and Match Official Guidelines - Referees must ensure that the pitch surface is flat, smooth, and non-abrasive, with dangerous surfaces prohibited [41] - The pitch dimensions for international matches must have a touchline length between 38m and 42m and a goal line width between 20m and 25m [49] - Referees are required to stop play if unauthorized marks are made on the pitch and caution the offending player for unsporting behavior [46] Player and Substitution Rules - A match is played by two teams, each with a maximum of five players, including one goalkeeper, and cannot start or resume with fewer than three players [100] - Substitutions are unlimited, and a maximum of nine substitutes may be used in official competitions organized under FIFA or confederations [104] - Players sent off before the match cannot be named on the team list, and substitutes sent off cannot be replaced [124] Equipment and Safety Standards - Players must not wear dangerous equipment or jewelry, and referees must inspect players before the match to ensure compliance [137] - Compulsory equipment includes a shirt with sleeves, shorts, socks, shinguards, and footwear, with the team captain required to wear an identifying armband [139] - Non-dangerous protective equipment, such as gloves and headgear, is permitted, and goalkeepers may wear trousers [145]

Industry Overview - The Futsal Laws of the Game 2024-25 are approved by the FIFA Council and will be effective from 4 November 2024 [1] - The laws are published in English, Arabic, French, and Spanish, with the English text being authoritative in case of any divergence [7] - National football associations can translate the laws using FIFA's layout template and submit their official translations to FIFA for publication on FIFA.com [8] Key Regulations Pitch Specifications - The pitch surface must be flat, smooth, and non-abrasive, preferably made of wood or artificial material [28] - For international matches, the pitch dimensions must be between 38m-42m in length and 20m-25m in width [36] - The penalty area is defined by two 6m lines from the goalposts and a 3.16m line parallel to the goal line [39] - A 10m mark is made from the midpoint between the goalposts, with additional marks at 5m on either side [42] Ball Specifications - The ball must be spherical, made of suitable material, and have a circumference of 62cm-64cm and a weight of 400g-440g [74] - The ball must not bounce lower than 50cm or higher than 65cm when dropped from a height of 2m [74] - Balls used in official competitions must meet FIFA Quality Programme requirements and bear the appropriate mark [75] Player Regulations - Each team consists of a maximum of five players, including the goalkeeper, and a match cannot start or resume with fewer than three players [87] - An unlimited number of substitutions may be made during a match, with a maximum of nine substitutes allowed in official competitions [91] - The substitution procedure requires the player being replaced to leave the pitch via their team's substitution zone before the substitute enters [98] Match Officials - Each match is controlled by two referees with full authority to enforce the Futsal Laws of the Game [157] - The referees' decisions regarding facts connected with play, including goals and match results, are final [158] - A second referee is mandatory for international matches, and a third referee and timekeeper may also be appointed [174][193] Match Procedures Duration and Timeouts - A match consists of two equal periods of 20 minutes, which may only be reduced if permitted by competition rules [199] - Each team is entitled to a one-minute timeout in each period, which can be requested when the ball is out of play [207] - No timeouts are allowed during extra time, and the half-time interval should not exceed 15 minutes [210] Restart of Play - A kick-off starts both periods of a match and restarts play after a goal, with the ball placed on the center mark [212] - A dropped ball is used to restart play when the referees stop play and no other restart is required by the laws [217] - If the ball hits the ceiling during play, a kick-in is awarded to the opponents of the team that last touched the ball [227] Disciplinary Actions Fouls and Misconduct - Direct free kicks are awarded for offenses such as charging, kicking, pushing, striking, tackling, or tripping an opponent [261] - Indirect free kicks are awarded for offenses like playing in a dangerous manner, impeding an opponent without contact, or dissent [268] - A player who commits a cautionable or sending-off offense, either on or off the pitch, is disciplined according to the offense [281] Cautions and Sendings-Off - A player is cautioned for offenses such as delaying the restart of play, dissent, or unsporting behavior [286] - A substitute is cautioned for offenses like entering the pitch in contravention of the substitution procedure or unsporting behavior [287] - A player or substitute is sent off for offenses such as denying an obvious goalscoring opportunity, serious foul play, or violent conduct [293] Additional Provisions Video Support - Video support (VS) is permitted when match/competition organizers fulfill FIFA's protocol and implementation requirements [178] - VS can be used to review decisions related to goals, penalty kicks, direct red cards, and mistaken identity [178] - The referees review the replay footage directly, and the initial decision is only changed if a "clear and obvious error" is shown [179] Modifications for Specific Categories - National FAs can modify organizational aspects of the Futsal Laws for youth, veterans', disability, and grassroots futsal [14] - Modifications may include pitch size, ball size and weight, goal dimensions, game duration, and limitations on goalkeeper throws [14] - FIFA encourages national FAs to inform them of any modifications used, as this information may help develop futsal globally [18]

Investment Rating - The report does not provide a specific investment rating for the industry. Core Insights - The FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2024™ is a rebranding of the former FIFA Club World Cup™, aimed at enhancing the competition's profile and commercial viability [28]. - FIFA retains exclusive ownership of all Media Rights, Marketing Rights, and Intellectual Property Rights related to the Competition, ensuring centralized control over commercial exploitation [29][30]. - Participating Clubs are prohibited from exploiting any rights related to the Competition without FIFA's explicit authorization, emphasizing FIFA's dominant role in managing the event [57][62]. Summary by Sections Part A: Definitions - "Ambush Marketing" refers to unauthorized commercial associations with the Competition [4]. - "Competition" encompasses all matches and events related to the FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2024™ [5][6]. - "Media Rights" include all rights to report, record, and transmit any aspect of the Competition [19]. Part B: Ownership and Protection of Rights - FIFA is the sole owner of all rights related to the Competition, including Media and Marketing Rights [29]. - Participating Clubs must comply with FIFA's regulations and cannot challenge FIFA's ownership of these rights [30][31]. - Clubs must assist FIFA in preventing Ambush Marketing and protecting intellectual property [33]. Part C: Competition Introduction - The Media and Marketing Regulations are effective from September 1, 2024, and will govern the entire Competition Period [56]. - FIFA has exclusive rights to exploit Media and Marketing Rights, preventing any third-party exploitation [62]. Exploitation of Media Rights - FIFA holds the exclusive right to produce and distribute media content related to the Competition [57][58]. - Participating Clubs must inform FIFA of any content production plans prior to the Competition [58]. Exploitation of Marketing Rights - FIFA maintains exclusive rights to all Marketing Rights associated with the Competition [62]. Equipment and Branding Regulations - Participating Clubs must comply with Equipment Regulations, ensuring no unauthorized branding within Controlled Areas [63][64]. - Specific guidelines are set for sponsor advertising on Playing Equipment, limiting size and content [64].

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