World Football Summit.
The biggest global football convergence bringing together entire football ecosystem comprising clubs, leagues, brands, sports tech providers and other stakeholders on a single platform. A platform where the most influential people covering the wide canvas of football industry comes together to share experience, impart knowledge and guide the future.
It is a stage like no other.
In 2026, World Football Summit was at Madrid on 15-16 September bringing over 140 senior leaders across more than 40 panels, drawing on executives from governing bodies, top-flight leagues, private equity funds, and properties like Formula 1 and the NFL amongst others. Together, they addressed the industry’s key priorities — including governance, institutional capital, stadium infrastructure, player welfare, women’s sport, sponsorship measurement, global market expansion, and AI.
SBI At The WFS Madrid 2026
SBI’s association with World Football Summit goes back a long time. With the Master in Football Business and Management program, the students enter with a complimentary access pass and distinguished identity to obtain a beyond-classroom learning opportunity.
WFS offers the 26/27 Master’s program students the most comprehensive learning ground that goes beyond classroom and theoretical knowledge. The student has the incredible opportunity to attend this event with a complimentary access pass.
What Students Gain
WFS provides them a comprehensive learning experience that goes beyond the classroom:
- Networking Opportunities: Rubbing shoulders with top decision-makers and industry experts in the football world and forging valuable connections that can open doors to exciting opportunities.
- Key Industry Insights: Staying updated on the latest trends, challenges, and innovations shaping the football industry. This gives a competitive edge by understanding the dynamics of this ever-evolving field.
- Career Advancement: As an SBI Master student, the access to personalized job matching workshops at the conference is unparallel. New career pathways and explore potential job opportunities that’s tailored to their aspirations.
- Knowledge Exchange: Through thought-provoking panel discussions and exchanging ideas with top professionals, the student immerses in the discussions that shape the future of football.
It is an opportunity like never before. Building connections and getting to experience football industry at such close quarters is a golden ticket to beginning the journey to become the next football industry leader.
In addition, at this year’s WFS we had an exclusive dinner for the SBI group that is scheduled to work throughout the program, where bonds are strengthened within the cohort.
The Privileges of Master’s Program
The Master’s program calendar is packed with such conferences and convergences designed to continue delivering an all-round, 360° learning ecosystem and places of knowledge exchange.
Become a part of Master’s program ensures a transformational journey that will enhance your professional opportunities in the football industry. You can learn more about the program here and register to become a part of it.
26/27 session of the program is commencing from 12 October 2026. Applications are currently on for registration.
Step on to begin the transformative journey in your football career.
