Zurich and Prague, 30 October 2026 – The World Leagues Association (WLA) will hold its 2026 Annual Meeting in Prague, Czechia, from 11 to 13 November 2026, hosted by the Czech Ligová Fotbalová Asociace (LFA).
The meeting, which will mark the 10th anniversary of the Association, is set to be the largest in its history, bringing together more than 100 representatives of professional football leagues. This attendance reflects the WLA’s growth, with 50 member leagues now part of the Association, as well as the increasing cooperation among them.
On 12 November, a full day of workshops will address key developments and business opportunities for professional leagues including a session on the Laws of the Game led by the IFAB.
The day will conclude with continental meetings bringing together leagues from Europe, Africa, Asia and the Americas to exchange views on regional priorities and strengthen cooperation.
The formal Annual Meeting will take place on 13 November, bringing members together to appoint a new board, and review international football developments of the past year.
Representatives of the Women’s Leagues Forum (WLF) will join the discussions to address the development of the women’s professional game and the challenges facing women’s leagues.
The Prague meeting will provide an important opportunity for leagues from across the world to exchange experiences, address common challenges and strengthen their collective voice on the future of professional football.
