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flag FIFA reported over 30,000 abusive social media posts since January 2025, referring 11 individuals to authorities and blacklisting repeat offenders.

flag FIFA has stepped up its fight against online abuse in football, reporting over 30,000 abusive social media posts since January 2025, with more than 65,000 flagged since the launch of its Social Media Protection Service in 2022. flag Eleven individuals from seven countries were referred to law enforcement for abusive behavior during FIFA events, including one case shared with Interpol. flag Repeat offenders are being blacklisted from purchasing tickets to future tournaments. flag The system was used during the inaugural Club World Cup in the U.S., monitoring 2,401 accounts, analyzing nearly 6 million posts, and reporting over 20,500 abusive messages. flag FIFA President Gianni Infantino reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to accountability and safety online.

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