Issa Hayatou will serve as President of FIFA during Sepp Blatter’s suspension, the organisation confirms.
Blatter has been given a 90-day suspension from his role as President of world football’s governing body, along with UEFA President Michel Platini.
Issa Hayatou will serve as President of FIFA during Sepp Blatter’s suspension, the organisation confirms.
Blatter has been given a 90-day suspension from his role as President of world football’s governing body, along with UEFA President Michel Platini.
“Joseph S. Blatter, for the duration of the 90-day ban, is not allowed to represent FIFA in any capacity, act on the organisation’s behalf, or communicate to media or other stakeholders as a FIFA representative,” FIFA noted in a statement.
“As mandated by article 32 (6) of the FIFA Statutes, Issa Hayatou, as the longest-serving vice-president on FIFA’s Executive Committee, will serve as Acting President of FIFA.
“All operational business matters will continue to be overseen by Markus Kattner, Acting Secretary General.”