Ronaldo Nazário Announces Candidacy for CBF Presidency in March 2026, Aiming for Restoration of Respect

Dec 17, 2024, 10:03 AM

Ronaldo Nazário, the former Brazilian football star, has officially announced his candidacy for the presidency of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF). The elections are scheduled for March 2026. Ronaldo expressed his readiness to take on this role, stating that his motivation is to restore respect for Brazilian football. He emphasized that he has 'incredible plans' for the federation. To become an official candidate, he needs the support of at least four state federations and four clubs from the top two divisions of Brazilian football. Additionally, Ronaldo is in the process of selling his current club, Real Valladolid, which he hopes to finalize soon. His announcement has sparked discussions about the future of Brazilian football, especially given the current challenges facing the CBF.