HE Bader Alkadi, Fatma Samoura, Richard Attias: Future of Football at #FII5

The discussion revolves around the future of football, with a focus on the integration of sports into communities for positive outcomes and the influence of technology and social media on the game. His Excellency Badr Al-Qadhi, the Vice Minister of the Ministry of Sport of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Fatma Samoura, the Secretary General of FIFA, discuss the significant role of sports in empowering future generations and fostering essential values like discipline, respect, and teamwork. They emphasize the impact of technology, such as data-driven devices and the Video Assistance Referees (VAR), in enhancing the game on and off the pitch. The conversation also delves into the economic benefits of sports in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, focusing on the government's initiatives to invest in football and ensure its positive impact on social development. Additionally, they address the collaboration between FIFA and Africa to develop talent and capacity for the next generation of football stars, emphasizing the need for infrastructure building and security inside stadiums, as well as support for talent detection and career development for young players in Africa.