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2016 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup emblem revealed
By JT - May 04,2015 - Last updated at May 04,2015
AMMAN – The local organising committee of the 2016 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup unveiled the official emblem for the upcoming tournament, according to the FIFA website.
The logo was designed to reflect the Kingdom’s most iconic symbols. The reveal took place during the 2015 Soccerex Asian Forum at the Dead Sea.
The official emblem was launched by HRH Prince Ali, president of the Jordan Football Association, president of the West Asian Football Federation and vice president of FIFA.
The official emblem resembles the overall shape of the tournaments unique trophy, working as a canvas to showcase the visual aspects of the Jordanian culture and art.
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