FIFA, or the Fédération Internationale de Football Association, is the international governing body for the sport of soccer (also known as football). It was founded in 1904 and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. FIFA is responsible for organizing and overseeing a number of international soccer tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup, which is held every four years and is the most prestigious event in the sport. FIFA is composed of 211 member associations, which represent countries from around the world. It is one of the largest sports organizations in the world, and it plays a crucial role in promoting and developing the sport of soccer globally.