
For several years, the French Federation has multiplied reforms, strengthens its partnerships and has been trying to revalue its image. This rise in power translates financially: a record forecast budget of 299.1 million euros has just been adopted for the 2025-2026 season. Unheard of in the history of the body.
Nike, Crédit Agricole, and less dependence on TV rights
“Almost 300 million euros, it is an unprecedented level for the federation“, Haded Véronique Lainé, the treasurer of the FFF. A CAP crossed thanks to major agreements signed with Nike until 2035 and with Crédit Agricole for the Naming of the Coupe de France. Another strategic development, the Federation seeks to emancipate from dependence on TV rights.
By comparison, the budget voted last December for the current financial year was € 283.6 million. Behind these figures, the development project continues to take shape. The distribution of expenses confirms the intentions of the FFF: 106.2 million euros will be allocated to amateur football. A strong gesture in a context where basic clubs more than ever need support. Women's football also has an accelerator, with 14 million euros devoted to its development.
And the Stade de France in all of this?
On the performance side, the forecasts are relying on solid courses for national teams: a quarter -final for the Bleues at Euro 2025, in Switzerland, and even objective for men at the World 2026. The latter being scheduled after the closing of the accounts, its impact will be postponed to the following financial year.
Another burning file mentioned during the GA: the vagueness around the Stade de France. No agreement has yet been reached with the new GL Events manager. President Philippe Diallo calmed the game: “The federation does not have the knife under the throat“In the meantime, the three qualifying games at the 2026 World Cup will be played at the Parc des Princes, against Iceland, Azerbaijan and Ukraine.
To summarize
The French Football Federation adopted a record budget of 299.1 million euros for 2025-2026, thanks to major partnerships with Nike and Crédit Agricole, reducing its dependence on TV rights. This budget includes 106.2 million for amateur football and 14 million for women's football, with ambitious objectives for national teams.
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