GEORGETOWN, Guyana — Guyana’s football leadership continues to make global inroads, as Wayne Forde, President of the Guyana Football Federation (GFF), has been appointed to serve on FIFA’s Men’s National Team Competitions Committee for the 2025–2029 cycle.
The prestigious appointment places Forde among a distinguished group of international football administrators tasked with shaping global policy and overseeing all men’s national team tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup and the Continental Qualifiers.
A seat at football’s highest table
The committee’s work is central to the governance and development of world football, providing direction on the organization, structure, and strategic evolution of FIFA’s flagship tournaments.
In confirming the appointment, FIFA expressed its “pleasure and honour” in welcoming Forde to the body, emphasizing that the selection aligns with the federation’s statutes and governance regulations — a testament to the Guyanese leader’s growing stature within the global football community.
Guyana’s rising influence in global governance
The Guyana Football Federation hailed the development as a landmark achievement, underscoring that Forde’s inclusion reflects Guyana’s growing respect and recognition on the world stage.
According to the GFF, the appointment “represents a milestone that highlights the nation’s evolving role in football administration and development at the international level.”
A proud moment for Guyana
For Forde and Guyana alike, this appointment symbolizes not just personal success but a collective stride forward for Caribbean football. It signals that Guyana’s voice — once confined to regional discussions — now carries weight in the halls of global decision-making.
As the new term begins in 2025, Forde’s participation promises to strengthen Guyana’s footprint in world football affairs, ensuring that smaller nations continue to have a say in shaping the sport’s future.
