Kontinentalverbände
Kontinentalverbände are continental confederations that govern specific sports within their respective geographical regions. These organizations operate under the umbrella of their respective international sports federations, such as FIFA for football or World Athletics for athletics. Their primary role is to organize and develop sports at the continental level, including staging continental championships and qualifying tournaments for global events.
Each Kontinentalverband is responsible for setting rules and regulations specific to their continent, promoting the sport
The structure and influence of Kontinentalverbände can vary significantly depending on the sport and the continent.