Reports – World Football Summit – World Football Summit https://worldfootballsummit.com Wed, 11 Mar 2026 09:46:25 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://worldfootballsummit.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/favicon-150x150.webp Reports – World Football Summit – World Football Summit https://worldfootballsummit.com 32 32 Women’s football in Mexico: Eight Years of a League that is Changing the Game https://worldfootballsummit.com/resources/insights/reports-world-football-summit/womens-football-in-mexico/ Wed, 11 Mar 2026 08:24:30 +0000 https://worldfootballsummit.com/?p=30306 Eight years after Liga MX Femenil was created as a federation requirement, women’s football in Mexico has moved from a compliance obligation to a successful commercial proposition.

This report, produced from the sessions of World Football Summit Monterrey 2025, brings together the data, voices and conclusions that explain why. It covers the league’s audience growth and broadcasting reach, the sponsorship returns that are drawing international brands in, the club models that Tigres, América and Chivas have each built differently, and the structural challenges that remain. The evidence is no longer a projection.

Download the full report (English and Spanish) below.

]]> The future of football https://worldfootballsummit.com/resources/insights/reports-world-football-summit/the-future-of-football/ Thu, 27 Nov 2025 16:28:03 +0000 https://worldfootballsummit.com/?p=26970 Revenue Streams, Governance, and Strategy

By 2030, football will be shaped by many forces, most beyond the pitch. Texto: This report is designed to help professionals across the global football ecosystem understand where the sport is heading, and how to navigate its opportunities and challenges.

Download the report and discover all the details.

]]> WFS Riyadh 24 Panels Report https://worldfootballsummit.com/resources/insights/reports-world-football-summit/wfs-riyadh-24-panels-report/ Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:42:01 +0000 https://worldfootballsummit.com/?p=3757 The beautiful game is writing its next chapter from the heart of the Middle East, as World Football Summit in Riyadh discovered a pivotal moment in football’s evolution—one where tradition meets transformation, where East meets West, and where Vision 2030 is reshaping the sport’s global landscape.

Saudi Arabia’s emergence as a football powerhouse isn’t just changing the game—it’s redefining it. As the Kingdom opens its doors to world-class talent and infrastructure, it’s not merely participating in football’s future; it’s actively architecting it. This shift goes beyond transfer headlines and spectacular stadiums; it’s about creating a sustainable ecosystem where women’s football flourishes, where AI transforms performance analysis, and where «sportainment» revolutionizes how millions experience the beautiful game.

The conversations echoing through the Summit weren’t just about what’s happening on the pitch—they revealed the dawn of football’s new era. Welcome to football’s new frontier, where every goal scored is a step toward tomorrow, and every innovation is a leap into the future. Let the game begin.

]]> Sustainability in Football Report https://worldfootballsummit.com/resources/insights/reports-world-football-summit/sustainability-in-football-report/ Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:40:56 +0000 https://worldfootballsummit.com/?p=3755 Football is more than just a game—it’s a global force with the power to shape a more sustainable future. But as the industry faces rising environmental, social, and economic challenges, the time for action is now. Nearly half of sports industry leaders believe their organizations must undergo significant cultural change to integrate sustainability effectively. With increasing expectations from fans, investors, and governing bodies, football can no longer afford to ignore its responsibility.

This exclusive report, brought to you by World Football Summit, Common Goal, and SPSG Consulting, offers a deep dive into the state of sustainability in football. Packed with insights from industry experts, real-world case studies, and strategic frameworks, it explores how clubs, leagues, and brands can lead the charge toward meaningful change. Whether you’re an executive, a sponsor, or a fan invested in the future of the game, this report is your essential guide to making sustainability a core part of football’s DNA.

Download your copy now and join the movement for a more sustainable football industry.

]]> Sportainment & Venue Experiences Report https://worldfootballsummit.com/resources/insights/reports-world-football-summit/sportainment-venue-experiences-report/ Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:38:30 +0000 https://worldfootballsummit.com/?p=3753 UNLOCKING THE FUTURE OF FOOTBALL VENUES

Beyond the excitement of match day lies an untapped universe of opportunities. How are the world’s leading football clubs transforming their venues into year-round entertainment destinations? What separates successful venue strategies from the rest?

Our comprehensive report, featuring insights from over 20 industry leaders and exclusive case studies from pioneering clubs, reveals:

The secret framework top clubs use to map and maximize venue experiences
How to balance tradition with innovation in historic football grounds
Why the «American model» of sportainment is influencing European football
Real strategies clubs are using to attract both die-hard fans and casual visitors
The surprising truth about women’s football venue experiences
Practical solutions for venues of all sizes and budgets
Whether you’re a club executive, venue manager, or industry professional, this report offers actionable insights to help you:

Generate new revenue streams
Create unforgettable fan experiences
Build stronger community connections
Future-proof your venue strategy
Featuring exclusive insights from Manchester City, Real Madrid, Real Betis, NBA, and other leading sports organizations.

Developed in collaboration with SPSG Consulting and based on workshops from the 2024 World Football Summit Europe, this is your essential guide to the future of football venues and fan experiences.

]]> Football & Tourism Report https://worldfootballsummit.com/resources/insights/reports-world-football-summit/football-industry-reports-football-tourism-report/ Wed, 20 Dec 2023 13:20:00 +0000 https://worldfootballsummit.com/?p=4720 The global sports tourism market is expected to grow at a CAGR of around 12% from 2021 to 2027, with its economic impact predicted to be around $1.700.000 million where football tourism is expected to account for 40% of the industry’s economic potential. In total, sports tourism represents around 10% of the total global tourist flow and has transformed into an almost mandatory element of all sports stakeholders’ strategies, a fundamental tool for local and national economic development.

The sports tourism industry is comprised of a set of activities, all of which can apply to football:

  1. Specific
  2. Nostalgia
  3. MICE
  4. Events
  5. Academies and training camps
  6. As a destination activity

This proves that sports tourism is an arena with endless possibilities and this document, which is sponsored by La Junta de Andalucía and has been elaborated with the support of SPSG Consulting, is an attempt to introduce, define, and further understand the relationship between football and tourism, their potential as a joint industry, the different implications of their activity, and the perspective of their main stakeholders.

Download your copy now and get ready to discover the opportunities within the football tourism market!

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