CONCACAF President to visit Guyana for football development initiatives

The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) is preparing to welcome CONCACAF President and FIFA Vice President Victor Montagliani to Guyana for an official visit from October 17-19, 2024.
The visit, part of a broader initiative to strengthen football development across the Caribbean, will feature a series of high-profile engagements that underline the importance of sport in social and economic growth.
Montagliani’s visit will include a ground-breaking ceremony for the construction of the Bluewater Shipping Stadium, a critical development in Guyana’s football infrastructure. The new facility is expected to significantly boost local and regional football activities, providing enhanced opportunities for the sport’s growth. As part of his visit, Montagliani will also meet with Guyana’s President, Dr Irfaan Ali and Sport Minister Charles Ramson Jr in a formal engagement aimed at discussing football’s role in national development, particularly its potential to foster youth engagement and community building.
A key event during the visit will be the official launch of Guyana’s first nationwide girls’ U13 Secondary School Championship. This initiative is designed to encourage greater female participation in sports, with a focus on nurturing young talent and promoting gender equality in football. Montagliani’s presence at this launch highlights CONCACAF’s commitment to supporting inclusive football programmes throughout the region.
The two-day visit will conclude with a reception dinner bringing together Government officials, GFF representatives, and corporate partners. This gathering will serve as an opportunity to further discuss the future of football development in Guyana and the potential for deep collaboration between CONCACAF and local stakeholders.