The wait was worth it: WFS Madrid was the biggest edition ever

La Nave, Madrid – 15th & 16th October

WFS Madrid is where the football’s future takes shape. As Europe’s hub for innovation in the sport, the event brings together trailblazing leaders, visionary thinkers, and bold brands driving transformation across every layer of the game. From groundbreaking ideas to strategic partnerships, explore how innovation is redefining football’s global impact, on and off the pitch.

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Reception Dinner by Teamwoks

Presented by Team Works, this year's Reception Dinner celebrated our return to Madrid in style — an exclusive evening held on one of the city’s most iconic rooftops, offering guests breathtaking views of the capital and a perfect prelude to WFS Madrid.

Networking

With over 2,000 professionals in attendance, WFS Madrid transformed La Nave into a vibrant hub of ideas and collaboration, redefining the networking experience through its open and dynamic spaces.

WFS Awards by Turkish Airlines

A truly magical night at Madrid’s legendary Joy Eslava, the WFS Awards Ceremony honoured outstanding achievements in global football, with 135 nominations from 20 countries and a spectacular performance by illusionist Jorge Blass.

Female Leaders Gathering

This celebration of women's leadership continues to grow and inspire — uniting women who are redefining what progress and leadership mean in football. This year’s edition featured Beatriz Álvarez Mesa, President of Liga F, alongside leading voices from the sports media in a powerful celebration of female leadership.

Speakers´ Corner

Innovation took flight at the Speakers Corner, presented by Turkish Airlines, where startups and entrepreneurs introduced groundbreaking projects ready to take off and redefine the game.

StartCup

The WFS StartCup made its return this year, attracting 81 applications from over 20 countries. Ten startups reached the final stage, with US-based VRTL taking home the top prize in front of a packed audience.

Clubs, Leagues & Federations Cocktail by FXP

Presented by FXP, the Clubs, Leagues & Federations Cocktail connected senior football leaders from dozens of clubs, with Peter Moore offering inspiring reflections from his career

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