The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) is the official governing body for football in the Kingdom, established in 1956 and affiliated with both FIFA and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). It plays a crucial role in overseeing and organizing all domestic football competitions, including the highly popular Saudi Pro League, while also managing the Saudi national teams’ participation in international championships.
SAFF has been instrumental in the recent, significant growth and international exposure of Saudi football, underlined by the national team’s consistent qualification for the FIFA World Cup and the nation’s selection as the host for the 2034 FIFA World Cup. This governing body is at the forefront of the Kingdom’s ambitious strategy to develop football at all levels, from grassroots to professional leagues, solidifying its position as a major force within Asian and global football.
