Leagues and Governing Bodies

French Football Federation, LFP Open Joint Office In Beijing

2.17.2017

The French Professional Football League (LFP) and the French Football Federation opened a joint office for French football in Beijing on Thursday. French Sports Minister Patrick Kanner, French Ambassador to China Maurice Gourdault-Montagne, FFF Technical Dir François Blaquart and LFP President Nathalie Boy de la Tour were present to open the LFP and FFF’s first overseas office. With the new office, the French football organizations hope to introduce French training methods, market their competitions in the country and strengthen partnerships with Chinese businesses. The office will also support French clubs in engaging Chinese businesses, potential media partners and sponsorships (LFP).

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