CBF and Federations Join Forces to Chart Future of Brazilian Football, with Full Focus on the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil.
The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) held a crucial meeting with the presidents of the state federations and its own vice-presidents, marking a new chapter in the administration of the country’s most popular sport. The meeting, which provided an overview of structural initiatives from the first half of 2026, served as a platform to align the next major projects for Brazilian football.
Following the conclusion of the Men’s World Cup cycle, the organization is now shifting its focus to an ambitious second cycle. The core of this new phase is preparation for the 2027 Women’s World Cup, with Brazil serving as the host nation, along with strategic planning already targeting the 2030 World Cup, reinforcing the administration’s long-term vision.
A New Direction for Brazilian Football
Among the advancements highlighted by the CBF are the long-anticipated calendar reform, the implementation of the Financial Sustainability System (SSF), and significant investments in refereeing. The establishment and strengthening of the Youth Development Working Group were also emphasized as fundamental mechanisms for developing future generations of athletes and ensuring a victorious future for Brazilian football across all its spheres.
The Voice of Leadership: Samir Xaud
CBF President Samir Xaud underscored the need for a collective project. “In these first months of our administration, we’ve initiated structural changes that Brazilian football has awaited for many years. Now is the moment to consolidate this work, listen to those who live and breathe football daily, and, together with clubs and federations, build a collective project capable of strengthening our sport in all regions of the country. And with the Women’s World Cup, we have the opportunity to leave a historic legacy for Brazilian football,”Xaud emphasized, highlighting the potential for a historic legacy.
Support from State Federations
The decentralization of decisions and increased participation of clubs and state federations in shaping the organization’s policies were significant highlights. Luciano Hocsman, president of the Federação Gaúcha de Futebol, praised the current administration for prioritizing structural issues. “Since day one of this administration, the CBF has been advancing on topics that should have received attention a long time ago, such as calendar modernization, the Financial Sustainability System, and the professionalization of refereeing. Now it’s crucial to continue this work.”
The president of the Federação Sergipana de Futebol, Milton Dantas, underscored the CBF‘s unprecedented support for clubs. “Our assessment, as federation presidents, is that the CBF has delivered on a positive agenda since President Samir Xaud and his board took office. The recognition from clubs and federations is proof of this, as is the mobilization of fans in support of the Brazil national team, which hasn’t been seen in a long time.” He highlighted financial support, including grants and covered expenses for Brazilian Serie D teams, and an additional R$ 50 million contribution for Brazilian Serie B.
The CBF‘s meeting with state federations and its vice-presidents solidifies the organization’s commitment to fostering open and continuous dialogue with all stakeholders in the Brazilian football ecosystem. The vision is clear: strengthen grassroots, modernize structures, and drive development, with the 2027 Women’s World Cup on the horizon serving as a fundamental milestone for the sport’s growth and prominence on both national and international stages. The path toward a more inclusive and structured Brazilian football has been laid out.
