Football Skating Club World Cup 2029

RollerSoccer Discipline

A New International Club Competition Under FIFS

The Global Club Championship for RollerSoccer

In 2029, Federation International Football Skating (FIFS) plans to organize the Football Skating Club World Cup for the RollerSoccer discipline.

Unlike the national-team structure used for other Football Skating competitions, the RollerSoccer World Cup will be organized as an international club championship.

This means that more than one qualified club from the same country may participate, subject to official registration, affiliation, technical compliance, and final approval under the competition regulations.

The Club World Cup will create a new international platform for RollerSoccer clubs, academies, athletes, coaches, referees, and national federations to compete within one professional and unified global system.

One Discipline. Many Clubs. One Global Stage.

Why a Club World Cup

RollerSoccer has historically developed through clubs, local teams, independent communities, and international club-based events.

For this reason, FIFS intends to preserve and strengthen the club identity of the discipline rather than converting the competition into a national-team-only model.

The Club World Cup format will allow:

multiple qualified clubs from one country to participate
cities and regions to develop their own official clubs
clubs to build long-term player-development systems
athletes to compete under established club identities
international club rankings and rivalries to grow
more players to access world-level competition
and countries with strong RollerSoccer activity to enter several qualified teams

This model increases participation while preserving the authentic development pathway of RollerSoccer.

A Renewed International Version of RollerSoccer

From 2026 to 2029, FIFS will lead a structured review and international development process for RollerSoccer.

The objective is to prepare a renewed competition version supported by clear, modern, and internationally applicable regulations.

This development process will focus on:

reviewing and updating the Laws of the Game
creating a consistent international competition structure
standardizing coaching methodology
standardizing referee education and appointment
clarifying athlete eligibility and registration
improving technical and safety requirements
developing club-affiliation and licensing systems
creating event-operation standards
and preparing clubs and countries for the 2029 Club World Cup

The aim is not to remove the history or identity of RollerSoccer. The aim is to protect its strengths while establishing a stronger professional structure for international growth.

Harmonization Across FIFS Disciplines

A central part of the development strategy is the harmonization of RollerSoccer with the wider technical and educational system of FIFS.

The federation intends to align key areas of coaching, refereeing, administration, and competition delivery across its official disciplines while preserving the specific Laws of the Game of each discipline.

This harmonization may include:

common educational foundations for coaches
common referee-development principles
shared standards for ethics and fair play
consistent event-management procedures
unified certification levels
standardized disciplinary and safeguarding principles
coordinated technical documentation
and compatible international appointment systems

The result will be a more efficient federation system in which qualified professionals can develop across more than one discipline.

One Education Pathway, Multiple Disciplines

Under the planned system, qualified FUTINS coaches and referees may be able to complete discipline-specific conversion education and become eligible to work in RollerSoccer.

Likewise, RollerSoccer professionals may access broader FIFS development pathways where they meet the required standards.

This approach can:

increase the number of qualified RollerSoccer coaches
expand the international referee pool
reduce duplication in education systems
support countries with limited technical personnel
improve consistency across competitions
create more career opportunities for officials
and accelerate the international growth of the discipline

Cross-discipline eligibility will not be automatic. Each person must complete the approved technical education, assessment, and authorization required for the relevant discipline.

RollerSoccer players competing on an outdoor rink

A Global Opportunity for National Federations

National federations that currently develop FUTINS or other FIFS disciplines may apply to add RollerSoccer to their official national structure.

Where a federation is recognized or approved by its National Olympic Committee, Ministry of Sport, or other competent national authority, it may request authorization from FIFS to develop RollerSoccer under the federation's existing national framework.

Following approval, the national federation may be authorized to:

establish a national RollerSoccer department
register and supervise clubs
organize national leagues and cups
educate coaches and referees
apply FIFS-approved technical regulations
conduct national selection and development programs
coordinate club eligibility for international events
and prepare clubs for the 2029 Club World Cup

All national implementation must remain consistent with FIFS regulations, official approvals, and the international governance framework of the discipline.

Club Affiliation and Eligibility

Clubs seeking to enter the official RollerSoccer international pathway will be expected to complete the required affiliation, licensing, and registration process.

The assessment may include:

legal identity and club governance
official club leadership
player-registration systems
qualified coaches and technical staff
training facilities
equipment and safety standards
medical and safeguarding arrangements
competition activity
financial and operational capacity
commitment to FIFS ethics and regulations
and readiness for international participation

Approved clubs may receive official affiliation or participation authorization in accordance with the final FIFS RollerSoccer framework.

Affiliation will establish the club's formal relationship with the international system but will not by itself guarantee entry into the World Cup. Final participation will remain subject to qualification criteria, registration deadlines, and event capacity.

Multiple Clubs from Each Country

The 2029 Club World Cup will allow multiple qualified clubs from the same country to participate.

This structure recognizes that strong RollerSoccer countries may have several competitive clubs in different cities and regions.

The number of clubs accepted from each country may depend on:

national RollerSoccer development level
number of officially registered clubs
domestic league or qualification results
continental allocation
club ranking
technical compliance
event capacity
and the final competition regulations

This model creates a more open and merit-based pathway than a single-team national allocation.

Qualification Pathways

The final qualification system will be confirmed in the official competition regulations.

Possible qualification routes may include:

national RollerSoccer championships
national cup competitions
continental club championships
regional qualification tournaments
official FIFS club rankings
host-country allocation
defending champion status
and approved invitational places during the development phase

The qualification model will be designed to reward sporting performance, club development, technical compliance, and geographic representation.

Competition Identity

The Football Skating Club World Cup 2029 will be a distinct international club competition with its own event identity, trophy, branding, regulations, and recognition system.

Participating clubs will represent their own official names, cities, countries, colors, and sporting histories.

The event may include:

group-stage competition
knockout rounds
classification matches
opening and closing ceremonies
club parade and presentation
technical meetings
coach and referee seminars
club leadership meetings
media and broadcast programs
sponsor activation
awards and recognition
and international club networking

The final format will depend on the number of participating clubs, host facilities, match scheduling, and the official Laws of the Game.

Laws of the Game

The renewed RollerSoccer competition structure will be governed by official FIFS RollerSoccer Laws of the Game.

The regulations will define:

field and venue requirements
team composition
player eligibility
match duration
substitutions
equipment
goalkeeper and scoring provisions
fouls and misconduct
disciplinary procedures
referee authority
competition administration
medical and safety standards
and video or technology procedures where applicable

Detailed rules will be presented on the dedicated Laws of the Game page and in the official technical documents.

Coaching Development

A professional Club World Cup requires clubs to operate through qualified coaching systems.

From 2026 to 2029, FIFS and IPTC intend to support RollerSoccer coaching development through:

introductory and advanced coach education
discipline-conversion programs
technical methodology
team tactics
player development
match analysis
fitness and skating preparation
safety and injury prevention
youth-development systems
and club-performance planning

Coaching education will help clubs build sustainable programs rather than preparing only for one event.

Referee Development

International consistency depends on a trained and unified referee system.

The RollerSoccer referee pathway may include:

Laws of the Game education
discipline-specific conversion training
practical match assessment
fitness and skating requirements
positioning and movement
disciplinary management
communication systems
competition reporting
ethics and neutrality
and international appointment standards

The harmonized FIFS education model will help expand the referee pool while ensuring that each official understands the specific requirements of RollerSoccer.

Youth and Club Development

The Club World Cup will also support a broader development pathway for young athletes.

Clubs will be encouraged to establish:

junior RollerSoccer programs
school partnerships
academy teams
age-group competitions
talent-identification programs
coach-development systems
local leagues
and pathways from beginner participation to senior club competition

A strong youth structure will be essential for the long-term sustainability of the discipline and future editions of the Club World Cup.

Club Management and Professional Standards

The international growth of RollerSoccer depends not only on players and coaches but also on professional club administration.

Clubs may be required to demonstrate standards in:

governance
player contracts and registration
financial management
medical support
insurance
safeguarding
media and communications
sponsor relations
travel and international logistics
and compliance with competition regulations

FIFS and IPTC may provide management seminars and operational guidance to help clubs prepare for international participation.

International Club Congress and Forum

Alongside the World Cup, FIFS may organize an International RollerSoccer Club Congress or Club Development Forum.

This gathering would connect club presidents, managers, coaches, national federation officials, technical leaders, sponsors, and FIFS representatives.

Discussion areas may include:

global club-development strategy
national and continental leagues
transfer and registration systems
coach and referee education
commercial development
sponsorship
broadcasting and digital media
club rankings
youth pathways
future Club World Cups
and international cooperation between clubs

The forum would help establish a permanent international network for RollerSoccer clubs.

Media, Broadcast and Commercial Potential

Club competition creates strong opportunities for storytelling, rivalry, city identity, fan engagement, sponsorship, and repeat participation.

The 2029 Club World Cup can create value through:

live and recorded broadcasting
digital highlights
club and athlete stories
sponsor activation
ticketing
merchandising
hospitality
international tourism
content licensing
and long-term club partnerships

A professionally structured media and commercial program can help RollerSoccer reach new audiences and support sustainable club development.

The Role of FIFS

FIFS will retain international authority over the RollerSoccer discipline and the Football Skating Club World Cup.

Its responsibilities will include:

international governance
approval of the Laws of the Game
competition regulations
club and federation authorization
technical standards
coach and referee frameworks
international appointments
event approval and oversight
disciplinary and ethical standards
and long-term global development strategy

FIFS will protect the identity of RollerSoccer while integrating it into a stronger and more unified international federation system.

The Role of IPTC

Within the authorized framework of FIFS, IPTC may support the educational, certification, licensing, operational, and international-development dimensions of the project.

Its responsibilities may include:

coach and referee education
conversion courses
club-development seminars
certification and licensing support
registration systems
technical documentation
event planning
international coordination
competition operations
and delivery support for the 2029 Club World Cup

IPTC will serve as an operational and educational partner in preparing the discipline, clubs, and officials for the new international competition structure.

The 2026-2029 Development Roadmap

2026 - International Review and Technical Planning

review of existing RollerSoccer structures
consultation with clubs and technical experts
initial Laws of the Game development
education-system planning
and national federation engagement

2027 - Standardization and Pilot Development

pilot coach and referee education
club-affiliation framework
testing of revised regulations
national and regional development
and technical feedback

2028 - Qualification Structure and International Preparation

finalization of regulations
official club registration
national and continental competitions
international official preparation
host-country planning
and commercial and media development

2029 - Football Skating Club World Cup

international club competition
official global launch of the renewed structure
club congress or development forum
coach and referee programs
and planning for future editions

The Vision for 2029 and Beyond

The Football Skating Club World Cup 2029 is intended to begin a new chapter in the international development of RollerSoccer.

The long-term vision is to establish:

strong national RollerSoccer club systems
regular domestic leagues and cups
continental club championships
international club rankings
professional coach and referee pathways
youth and academy structures
recurring Club World Cups
and a permanent global network of RollerSoccer clubs

The World Cup will not represent the end of the development process. It will become the international platform through which clubs, federations, officials, athletes, and partners build the future of the discipline together.

Build the Clubs. Unite the Disciplines. Compete for the World.

Federation International Football Skating - FIFS

Football Skating Club World Cup 2029

RollerSoccer Discipline

Football Skating Club World Cup 2029