Own Your Game — an open letter to FIFA from young people around the world
An open letter · 2026 An open letter · 2026 World Cup
Whose game is it anyway?
Young people across dozens of countries. One open letter to FIFA. About community, friendship, confidence, joy, belonging — and the future of the game we love.
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Why this letter
The biggest stage. The youngest authors.
Every four years the planet turns its attention to one sport for one month. We thought that was a good time to ask young people what the game looks like from where they stand.
21 young people across 6 countries recorded their thoughts and signed the letter you are about to read. They talk about fairness on and off the pitch. About belonging. About community. About what the sport should feel like.
Because the game belongs to more than brands, sponsors and broadcasters. It belongs to players, fans, families and communities too.
Read more about the project