Friday, June 03, 2011

Own goal, FIFA needs to reform now


Football is the world’s most popular game with a global fan base in the billions. It is a role model for the youth everywhere and is an important vehicle for delivering a message of fair play, integrity and respect for the rule of law.

Football’s governing body must be an example of fair play. That is why it is so important for FIFA, the sport’s world governing body, to address the wave of corruption allegations against its executives. In the past, FIFA has sought to sweep the suspicions of foul play that surround FIFA under the rug. Now the rug is being pulled from under FIFA.

See full Press Release.