About CIFA

WHO WE ARE

The home of Cayman Islands football

The Cayman Islands Football Association (CIFA) is the national governing body for football across our three islands — Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman. From grassroots leagues for children picking up their first ball to senior national teams flying the Cayman flag in CONCACAF and FIFA competitions, every level of the game in our country runs through CIFA.

We administer the domestic men's, women's and youth leagues, develop and certify our country's referees, and manage our national teams from the U-15 age groups through to the senior squads. As a full FIFA member since 1992, an affiliate of CONCACAF, and an active member of the Caribbean Football Union, we sit alongside our regional neighbours at the highest levels of the international game.

Beyond the pitch our work spans coach education, women's football development, youth pathways, and the long-term ambition of producing Caymanian players capable of competing anywhere in the world. Football is part of who we are — and our job is to make sure every Caymanian who wants to play has a place to do it, every fan has a team to follow, and every dream of representing the Cayman Islands has a path to reach.

1992 FIFA Member

CONCACAF Confederation

5 National Teams

3 Islands Governed

Our Mission

Dedicated to growing and developing football across the Cayman Islands

Develop Football

Promote and develop football at all levels, from grassroots to professional, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to play.

Build Community

Unite the Cayman Islands through the beautiful game, fostering sportsmanship, respect, and community spirit.

Achieve Excellence

Strive for excellence in international competition and develop world-class athletes who represent our nation with pride.

Our Journey

Milestones from CIFA's history on and off the pitch

1966
CIFA Founded

The Cayman Islands Football Association is established as the national governing body for the sport across Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman, formalising domestic competition and the structure of the game.
1990
CONCACAF Affiliation

Cayman Islands becomes affiliated with CONCACAF, the football confederation for North America, Central America and the Caribbean — opening the door to regional qualifying tournaments and competitive international fixtures.
1992
Full FIFA Membership

CIFA is granted full FIFA membership, allowing the Cayman Islands to enter FIFA World Cup qualifying campaigns and participate in age-group, women's and senior international competitions on the world stage.
2010s
Domestic League Expansion

Domestic competition expands to include men's premier and lower divisions, a women's premier league, and a youth pathway running through the U-15 and U-17 age groups, building consistent club football across all three islands.
2025–26
Women's Senior International Series

The senior women's national team plays a multi-window International Friendly Series against Bermuda, Guatemala and Costa Rica, building competitive minutes ahead of CONCACAF qualifying cycles.
2026
CONCACAF Youth Qualifiers

The Women's U-17, Men's U-17 and Men's U-20 national teams compete in CONCACAF qualifying tournaments held in Curaçao, giving the next generation of Caymanian players invaluable tournament experience.