FA considering changing name to ‘English Football Association’ in attempt to aid 2030 World Cup bid

Gray January 12, 2020
FA considering changing name to ‘English Football Association’ in attempt to aid 2030 World Cup bid
The Football Association is set to change its name to the ‘English Football Association.Englands governing body has been known as the FA for 155 years whereas every other nations FA has the relevant national adjective.The Football Association could have a new name soon2
The Football Association could have a new name soon
FA chiefs have been referring to the governing body as the ‘English FA during international business for several years amid concern over appearing arrogant.The move is believed to have gone down well with FIFA, UEFA and other major international bodies.A name change to The English Football Association’ is understood to be important in light of the FAs desire to lead a joint bid for the 2030 World Cup with Ireland, Northern Ireland, Wales and Scotland.

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The FA has confirmed its board began a discussion around the desirability to rename the Football Association as the English Football Association to reflect the modern role of the organisation.The case for the changes was put to a 10-member board on Thursday by departing FA chief executive Martin Glenn and chairman Greg Clarke.The FA’s Martin Glenn will leave his role at the end of the season2
The FA’s Martin Glenn will leave his role at the end of the season
An FA statement read: The English FA will be the home of football in England, championing and supporting every aspect of the game.This includes: governance of the English football, rules and regulations, education and qualifications, referee and international relations.“England Football will be the home of supporting England, participation and playing football in England.This includes: all 28 England team, national players, coaches, grassroots football and facilities.” It added the FA will remain the legal entity name of the organisation and the name of the holding company with the FA Board, FA Council, FA Cup remaining the same.Discussions are set to continue at the next FA board meeting.The rebrand will be Glenns final act as chief executive before stepping down at the end of the season.
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