Indian-American Sunil Gulati to replace Blatter as new FIFA chief?
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President of the US Soccer Federation, 55-year-old Indian American Sunil Gulati , could be in the race to replace Sepp Blatter as the new FIFA chief.
As per US media outlets, Allahabad-born Gulati, who has played a key role in the development of soccer in the United States in the past few decades, could be a strong contender to replace Blatter.
"Gulati, 55, will be considered a candidate to replace Blatter should the American have interest in the position," NBC Sports said.
Blatter was re-elected as FIFA chief four days back but had to resign after a corruption scandal implicated some top FIFA officials.
Gulati, in a statement, welcomed the resignation of Blatter.
"I commend him for making a decision that puts FIFA and the sport we love above all other interests. This is the first of many steps towards real and meaningful reform within FIFA. Today is an occasion for optimism and belief for everyone who shares a passion for our game," Gulati said in a statement.
As per Detroit Free Press Journal, Gulati is in a good position to gain support within the CONCACAF confederation that governs soccer in America and the Caribbean.
Gulati has served as US Soccer's Executive Vice President from 2000 to 2006 before stepping into his role as President.
(Image: Indiatimes)
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As per US media outlets, Allahabad-born Gulati, who has played a key role in the development of soccer in the United States in the past few decades, could be a strong contender to replace Blatter.
"Gulati, 55, will be considered a candidate to replace Blatter should the American have interest in the position," NBC Sports said.
Blatter was re-elected as FIFA chief four days back but had to resign after a corruption scandal implicated some top FIFA officials.
Gulati, in a statement, welcomed the resignation of Blatter.
"I commend him for making a decision that puts FIFA and the sport we love above all other interests. This is the first of many steps towards real and meaningful reform within FIFA. Today is an occasion for optimism and belief for everyone who shares a passion for our game," Gulati said in a statement.
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As per Detroit Free Press Journal, Gulati is in a good position to gain support within the CONCACAF confederation that governs soccer in America and the Caribbean.
Gulati has served as US Soccer's Executive Vice President from 2000 to 2006 before stepping into his role as President.
(Image: Indiatimes)
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