FIFA has significantly increased its efforts to combat online abuse, introducing expanded measures and strict actions to protect players, officials, and the wider football community globally. These efforts coincide with International Day for Tolerance, emphasizing respect and inclusion.

• Over 30,000 abusive posts have been flagged via FIFA’s Social Media Protection Service (SMPS) this year.
• 11 individuals have been reported to global law enforcement authorities since early 2025 for abuse during FIFA competitions, including one report to Interpol.
• FIFA has begun blacklisting individuals for severe abuse, restricting their ability to purchase tickets for future FIFA events.