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German Football Leaders Neuendorf and Watzke Assume Key UEFA Roles

Bernd Neuendorf joins UEFA's Finance Commission, while Hans-Joachim Watzke becomes deputy head of the Club Competitions Commission, bolstering Germany's influence in European football governance.

Bernd Neuendorf (r.) und Hans-Joachim Watzke
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Overview

  • Bernd Neuendorf has been appointed to UEFA's four-member Finance Commission, focusing on financial governance and policy.
  • Hans-Joachim Watzke will serve as deputy head of UEFA's Club Competitions Commission, which oversees tournament formats and marketing strategies.
  • Both officials were re-elected to their international roles at the UEFA Congress in April, securing four-year terms.
  • Neuendorf continues to represent UEFA on the FIFA Council, while Watzke remains a member of UEFA's Executive Committee.
  • These appointments align with Germany's broader ambitions to shape international football policy and host major tournaments.