Awards

Grassroots Initiative of the Year

The Grassroots Initiative of the Year Award celebrates a business or organisation championing access to football at the grassroots level – making the game more inclusive, community-driven, and accessible to all.

Outstanding Corporate Social Responsibility Award

This award recognises a business involved within the global football industry making a meaningful impact off the pitch – using their platform to create real social change.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Award

The Equality, DIversity and Inclusion Award honours the organisations leading the way in creating a more equal and diverse football industry – breaking down barriers and opening doors for underrepresented voices.

Best Breakthrough Business

Celebrating a rising star in the global football industry – a new or fast-growing business that has made a bold entrance, delivered standout results, and is redefining what’s possible in the game.

Best Fan Engagement

Celebrating the most innovative and impactful strategies to bring fans closer to the game – whether through technology, community, or unforgettable experiences.

Legal/Professional Services Team

Legal/Professional Services Team Award exists to celebrate the legal minds behind football’s biggest deals, protections, and progress – ensuring the game’s business stays strong, fair, and future-ready.

Sustainable Game Award

Honouring an organisation or initiative driving long-term, responsible growth in football — whether through environmental action, community impact, ethical practices, or sustainable business models that protect the future of the game both on and off the pitch.

Global Football Business

Honouring the football business that has shown exceptional growth, innovation, and leadership – setting new standards in the global industry.

Best Social Media Campaign

Awarded to the campaign or digital team that mastered the art of digital storytelling – connecting with audiences, creating impact, and building loyalty in the fast-moving world of football media.

Agency of the Year

Celebrating the sports agency that has delivered exceptional work across PR, marketing, sponsorship, or talent representation – shaping the modern football industry.

Broadcast or Media Team of the Year

Honouring the team that has brought football to life for audiences around the world – with compelling storytelling, coverage, and insight that elevate the game.

Sponsorship or Partnership of the Year

Celebrating a game-changing collaboration that has elevated football in bold, creative, and measurable ways. This award honours a partnership that goes beyond the badge — delivering real impact, fan connection, and value for both the sport and the brand.

Game-Changer Award

Honouring a bold initiative, innovation, or individual that has disrupted the status quo – reshaping football’s future in a powerful way.

Football Industry Leader

Celebrating a visionary leader whose influence, decision-making, and passion have shaped the modern football industry – driving impact at the highest level.

Best Marketing Campaign

Best Marketing Campaign Award exists to recognise a standout marketing campaign that captured global attention, drove engagement, and elevated the game with purpose and creativity.

Women’s Football Impact Award

Recognising a brand or organisation that has made a powerful and lasting contribution to the growth of women’s football — through meaningful investment, strategic partnerships, and a clear commitment to elevating the women’s game at every level.

Brand of the Year

Awarded to a brand that has made a significant and visible contribution to football globally – through bold partnerships, long-term investment, and authentic support of the game.

Corporate Football Trailblazer

This award recognises an outstanding individual in a corporate leadership role who has demonstrated exceptional commitment to football through strategic partnerships and sponsorships. Whether working with clubs, tournaments, leagues, or governing bodies, this trailblazer uses their platform to invest in and elevate the game – helping drive its long-term growth, reach, and impact on and off the pitch.

Football & Fashion Partnership Award

This honour celebrates fashion-football partnerships that go beyond branding – creating cultural impact, shaping identity, and driving global influence both on and off the pitch. As fashion becomes increasingly embedded in the fabric of the game, these collaborations are redefining how football is seen, sold, and celebrated.

Football Industry Rising Star Award

Celebrating a standout young professional making a significant impact behind the scenes in the football industry. This award recognises emerging talent whose innovation, leadership, and dedication are driving meaningful change and shaping the future of the game’s business and operations. It honours those with a promising career ahead, committed to transforming football beyond the pitch.