Khalida Popal and Javier Zanetti among football stars appointed UN Champions

Published on May 24, 2026

With the World Cup just days away, 16 greats of the game have been appointed Football for the Goals (FFTG) Champions, using their profiles to raise awareness of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and advocate for a better future for people and the planet.

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