Vancouver, BC – Victor Montagliani, President of Concacaf (Confederation of North, Central America, and Caribbean Association Football) and Vice President of FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association), has been awarded the King Charles III’s Coronation Medal for the significant role he’s made to the sport of football in Canada and around the world.
The medal is awarded annually to individuals who have made a significant contribution to Canada or an outstanding achievement abroad that brings credit to the country. It commemorates the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III as King of Canada. Montagliani, from East Vancouver, B.C., received the award at The Vancouver Club during a luncheon and awards ceremony.
“I am deeply honored to receive the King Charles III Coronation Medal,” said Montagliani. “Football has given me so much throughout my life, and that’s why I’ve made it my mission to give back by mobilizing the game’s potential to create a positive impact here in British Columbia, across Canada, Concacaf, and around the world.
“The beauty of football is its ability to bring people together. I look forward to seeing how it will continue to unite nations and fans through a shared passion for the sport at next year’s 2026 FIFA World Cup in Vancouver, Toronto, and across Canada.”
Montagliani received the award from the Honourable Wendy Cocchia, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, who presented the medal on behalf of Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Canada’s Governor General. Montagliani was one of 15 award recipients and was nominated for the recognition by businessman Anthony von Mandl.
Montagliani chairs the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament, a position which included leading the FIFA process in 2021, assessing bids from cities and venues in the United States, Mexico, and Canada to host matches.
Canada will host 13 matches in June and July 2026, split between Toronto and Vancouver. Toronto's BMO Field will welcome six matches, while Vancouver's BC Place will host seven.
BC Place will also serve as a host venue for this summer’s Gold Cup, Concacaf’s flagship men’s national team competition. The tournament will take place from June 14 to July 6, marking the one-year countdown to next year’s 2026 FIFA World Cup. The official draw for the Gold Cup is set for April 10.
