Jill Ellis

FIFA Chief Football Officer; former U.S. Women’s National Team coach

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Born: September 6, 1966, Folkestone

Education: North Carolina State University, Robinson Secondary School, College of William & Mary

Last updated Nov 2, 2026

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North America’s 2026 World Cup: from expansion gamble to mega-event reality

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As of May 2026: Senior FIFA voice on legacy and fan development for 2026

In January 2017, FIFA voted to expand the men's World Cup from 32 to 48 teams starting in 2026 — the largest tournament in the competition's history. In June 2018, the "United 2026" bid from the United States, Canada and Mexico beat Morocco to win hosting rights, with promises of record revenues and NFL-scale stadiums across 16 cities.

Updated May 10