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European League of Football Appoints Ingo Schiller as Co-CEO and CFO

Shareholders unanimously endorsed the veteran sports executive to guide governance reforms as he prepares to replace Zeljko Karajica as CEO next season.

Früher Hertha, jetzt ELF: Ingo Schiller
Die Hamburger Sea Devils spielen in der EFL. Dort geht Ingo Schiller als neuer CEO ans Werk.

Overview

  • Ingo Schiller assumed his roles as Co-CEO and Chief Financial Officer immediately following a unanimous shareholder vote.
  • Zeljko Karajica will conclude his operational duties at the end of the 2025 season and transition to a shareholder-only role in 2026.
  • The leadership shift follows Commissioner Patrick Esume’s announcement to step down after persistent franchise calls for greater transparency and revenue sharing.
  • Schiller brings over 30 years of experience from Hertha BSC, Borussia Mönchengladbach and the German Football League.
  • He plans to convene franchise representatives soon to address proposals from the European Football Alliance aimed at restructuring league governance.