adminZURICH. — President of the Jordan Football Association, Prince Ali bin Hussein has formally submitted his bid to stand in the running for the position of Fifa president.
The 39-year-old, who was runner-up to Sepp Blatter in the elections earlier this year, has now officially put his name forward for the role, with elections set to take place in February next year.
Following Blatter’s 90-day ban however, Fifa are holding an extraordinary meeting later this month to discuss a possible postponement, which Prince Ali has publicly opposed.
The Jordanian, who feels Fifa’s current crisis is a result of poor leadership, understands it will be a tough task leading the association out of their current situation, yet believes he is the right man to do so.
“We cannot change the past but Fifa can have a better future,” he wrote. “We can ensure that Fifa regains the credibility to fulfil our obligations under our own statutes “to promote integrity, ethics and fair play.
“I have never lost sight of the fact that there are so many good and honest people within the global Fifa organisation.
“The dark cloud over Fifa’s leadership should not cast its shadow on our Member Associations and the thousands of volunteers who work tirelessly to bring the joy football to young boys and girls, and millions of fans the world over.
“The crisis at Fifa is a crisis of leadership. I believe in this organisation. Together we will make it great again.
“I am one of you, an FA President, and I know how hard you strive to define football. I am sure that Fifa can and will again become an organisation that earns the respect it deserves.
“For all of us these are dark times. Restoring Fifa’s credibility will not be an easy task, but together it can be done. For the good of the game and all who love it, I humbly ask for the honour of your support.” — KickOff.
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