The biennial IFAF Flag Football World Championships (‘IFAF World Flag’) is the pinnacle global competition in flag football outside the Olympic Games. This year’s edition, taking place at the Düsseldorf-Garath Flag Football Complex in western Germany, will make history as the first-ever Olympic qualifier in the new sport of flag football, set to be a major highlight of Los Angeles 2028.
Four sets of ‘golden tickets’ (two men’s, two women’s) will be at stake this summer, providing coveted berths in the six-team, inaugural Olympic Games tournaments. IFAF World Flag will be one of the first direct LA28 qualifying competitions across all sports.
In total, 16 men’s and 16 women’s national teams will participate in Düsseldorf, having earned their spots through last year’s IFAF Continental Championships. Competition begins on Thursday, August 13, with medals games scheduled for Sunday, August 16.
For the first time, the Championships are being organized with support from the National Football League (NFL), whose executives and Legends will also be present.
A pre-event Media Day, with extended athlete interview availabilities and training vision opportunities for non-rights-holding broadcasters, press and creators, will take place from 8am to 2pm on Wednesday, 12 August.
A media mixed zone will also be in operation throughout the tournament, providing opportunities for short, post-game reaction from athletes and coaches.
Media accreditation: press, photographers, NRH broadcast / creators
Media wishing to attend the Championships are invited to pre-register now by completing this short form. You will then receive a follow-up email, with a link to complete the application process when the accreditation platform opens on May 27.
Please note that we expect this event to be oversubscribed. A valid press card and/or assignment letter may be required for us to approve your accreditation.
Completing the form does not guarantee your accreditation to IFAF World Flag.
Useful information
Practical information – including detailed timings, news access rules and guidance on transport, accommodation and media facilities within the venue – will be shared with accredited media in June 2026.
Photo: Ian Humes
