2024 IFCPF World Cup Groups Revealed

The groups for the upcoming IFCPF Men's and Women's World Cup competitions have been revealed, with tournament action to begin on November 6 in Salou with the start of the Men's tournament.

16 NATIONS SET FOR GROUP STAGE IN 2024 INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF CP FOOTBALL WORLD CUP

Teams Will Convene in Salou, Spain in November

SOUTH HACKENSACK, NJ (September 10, 2024) – With just 60 days to go until the kickoff of the 2024 IFCPF (International Federation of Cerebral Palsy Football) Men's and Women's World Cup, the groups have been revealed. The draw took place today at the Capelli Sports headquarters in New Jersey, just a stone’s throw from the iconic MetLife Stadium, which will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals. Capelli Sports, a corporate sponsor of the IFCPF, provided an inspiring setting for the event as teams prepare for tournament action starting on November 6, 2024, in Salou, Spain.

The draw was conducted by Capelli Sports Marketing Manager Nicole Campbell and IFCPF CEO Ashley Hammond. A total of 15 teams have been confirmed for the Men’s World Cup, with one more team to be announced soon to complete the four groups of four. In the Women’s World Cup, five teams will compete in a round-robin format following Colombia's withdrawal from the tournament.

Reigning Men’s World Cup champions, Ukraine, will defend their title in Group A, facing Argentina, host country Spain, and the yet-to-be-announced 'Team 16.' The Women’s tournament will feature teams from the USA, Denmark, Australia, Ireland, and Japan in what promises to be an intense competition.

Men’s World Cup Groups:

Group A:
Ukraine
Argentina
Spain
TBD

Group B:
Brazil
England
Canada
Japan

Group C:
United States of America
Netherlands
Australia
Thailand

Group D:
Iran
Ireland
Venezuela
Germany

Women’s World Cup Group:
United States of America
Denmark
Australia
Ireland
Japan

The live draw was streamed globally on YouTube and is available for on-demand viewing here.

Ashley Hammond, CEO of IFCPF, expressed his excitement and gratitude, saying, "Holding the draw at Capelli Sports’ headquarters, so close to where the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place, was incredibly meaningful. Nicole and I were thrilled to reveal the matchups for what is shaping up to be an unforgettable tournament. With just 60 days to go, the anticipation is building. I want to extend my thanks to the many groups that contribute to making the World Cup possible, including the players, officials, classifiers, the Spanish Paralympic Football Organization, the Catalonia Football Local Organizing Committee, and all involved in the local organization. I know they are going to put on a wonderful World Cup with us in Spain."

The 2024 IFCPF World Cup continues IFCPF's commitment to promoting CP Football, a sport recognized by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and featured in the Paralympic Games since 1984.

For more information on the IFCPF and the upcoming World Cup, visit ifcpf.com. To follow or interact with IFCPF on social media, use @IFCPF.

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About the International Federation of CP Football (IFCPF):
The International Federation of CP Football is the global governing body for Cerebral Palsy Football (Football 7-a-side), having gained independence from the Cerebral Palsy Sport and Recreation Association (CPISRA) in 2015. IFCPF leads the development of CP Football worldwide, working closely with its membership and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC).

Media Contact:
Ashley Hammond, CEO, IFCPF
ahammond@ifcpf.com