The IBSA Football Sport Committee has announced the opening of bids for the 2024 and 2025 IBSA Blind and Partially Sighted Football Championships. Member organizations can apply for several tournaments, including men’s and women’s championships. Bids must be submitted by October 31, 2023, and tournaments will help with IBSA Football Rankings.
The IBSA Football Sport Committee has opened the bidding process for hosting the 2024 and 2025 IBSA Blind Football and Partially Sighted Football Championships. Member organizations in good standing are encouraged to submit their applications through the designated link provided in the announcement.
The championships available for bidding include:
1. 2024 IBSA Men’s Blind Football World Grand Prix – This tournament should commence before May 28, 2024, with bids due by October 31, 2023.
2. 2024 IBSA Women’s Blind Football World Grand Prix.
3. 2024 IBSA Partially Sighted Football Continental Championship.
4. 2025 IBSA Men’s Blind Football Continental Championship Division 2 – This will occur across four regions: Africa, America, Asia/Oceania, and Europe.
5. 2025 IBSA Partially Sighted Football World Championship.
6. 2025 IBSA Women’s Blind Football World Championship.
Elias Mastoras, the Chairperson of IBSA Football, stated, “After a very productive first-ever forum, we are moving forward to a new era. KPIs helped us identify the gaps in the post-pandemic period, and we introduced a full plan in time.” Additionally, he mentioned that there are now scheduled matches for women and emerging countries’ teams to enhance visibility and competitiveness in the sport.
Interested organizations should reach out to Elias Mastoras at the IBSA Football Committee via email for bids and inquiries. Notably, the championships will contribute official points towards the IBSA Football Ranking. For further details about the bidding process, organizations can contact the provided email address.
Original Source: ibsasport.org
