The Grassroots programme is a FIFA initiative in which it works closely with its member associations and their respective education authorities to encourage young children to play football.
FIFA’s Grassroots programme differs to other football development programmes in that its organisational framework offers a great deal of flexibility.
As anecdotal evidence and research studies have shown, small-sided games are extremely beneficial for young children.
The Grassroots pilot project in China has served as a successful dress rehearsal.
Mauritius is the first country to benefit from FIFA’s Grassroots programme.
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