FIFDS – International Federation of Football for People with Down Syndrome
Founded on July 26, 2010, at the Mercure Nações Unidas Hotel in São Paulo, Brazil
inclusion and respect
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Founded on July 26, 2010
At the Mercure Nações Unidas Hotel in São Paulo, Brazil, the FIFDS was created with the purpose of promoting the development of football for people with Down syndrome at an international level, uniting countries through sport, inclusion, and respect.
Founders
- José Costa Pereira (Portugal)
- Manuel de La Barra Guzmán (Chile)
- Cleiton Maurício Monteiro (Brazil)
- Marco Borzacchinni (Italy)
- Roberto Di Cunto (Brazil)
- Adilson Pereira Ramos (Brazil)
About FIFDS
The International Federation of Football for People with Down Syndrome (FIFDS) is a non-profit sports association dedicated to the promotion, organization, and development of football for people with Down syndrome, creating opportunities for integration, achievement, and leadership for athletes around the world.
FIFDS has its Official Headquarters in Portugal, while the International Technical Department is located in Brazil, responsible for the development of training methodologies, professional qualification, and the organization of international competitions.
Championships
Brazil
Peru
Portugal
Türkiye
Yucatán 2026 Futsal World Cup Team Handbook
Newsletter
Modalities
