Fifa strengthens anti-doping measures for 2026 World Cup
The football body FIFA has announced an expanded anti-doping programme for the upcoming World Cup. The initiative involves new and renewed partnerships with anti-doping agencies in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Key officials from each agency have expressed support for the collaboration, highlighting its importance for fair competition. The programme aims to ensure consistent testing and uphold the integrity of the tournament.
Match highlights
- FIFA will work with the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, Sport Integrity Canada, and Mexico’s MEX-NADO for the World Cup.
- The anti-doping programme will cover both out-of-competition and matchday testing across all host cities.
- Emilio Silvero, Jeremy Luke, Dr. Juan Manuel Herrera Navarro, and Travis T. Tygart all emphasized the importance of international cooperation.
- The expanded programme will follow the World Anti-Doping Code and international testing standards.
- Preparations are ongoing to implement a unified testing system for the tournament.
