The first ever FIFA Knowledge Exchange workshop in Asia took place in Osaka, from 7-12 June.
FIFA experts shared their experience of elite youth development related to the creation of competitive national teams.
Eight FIFA member associations (MAs) from across Asia were present with the objective of creating a strategic plan for their Talent Development Scheme (TDS) projects.
The main goal of FIFA’s Talent Development Scheme (TDS) is to help raise the standards of national-team football around the world for both men and women, driven by a long-term dedication to global talent development.
With the FIFA Talent Development Scheme now entering the stage of full implementation, Knowledge Exchange is one of its four pillars. With the support of the Asian Football Confederation and the Japan Football Association, Osaka, Japan was chosen as the host venue of the first-ever FIFA Knowledge Exchange workshop on the Asian continent.