Alkass Digital
FIFA has implemented the most comprehensive FIFA Women's World Cup anti-doping programme ever, in coordination with Sport Integrity Australia (SIA) and Drug Free Sport New Zealand (DFSNZ).
The system applied in this edition is considered the most inclusive and stringent one ever in the history of tournaments.
FIFA stated that 835 in- and out-of-competition tests conducted up to and including the quarter-finals yielding negative results, and every participating team was tested in unannounced doping controls before the competition and further systematic tests have also been performed during the event, with post-match controls as well as tests on non-matchdays for the teams.
With the aim of ensuring the most meaningful and intelligence-based programme, all tests were targeted based on key criteria, including recommendations from FIFA's Athlete Passport Management Unit, potential injuries suffered by the players, performance data and the players testing history.