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Neuendorf Re-Elected DFB President in Unanimous Vote as He Sets Out Four-Year Rebuild

His second term centers on clearing debts by 2029 to underwrite investment in the game.

Overview

  • DFB will invest €100 million to professionalize the Frauen-Bundesliga as a flagship project of the new term.
  • Leadership changes were unveiled, with Holger Blask named general secretary and Matthias Schöck taking a newly created vice-presidential role.
  • Neuendorf set financial goals to repay the €75 million campus loan and build reserves exceeding €100 million by 2029, with a reported Nike deal from 2027 expected to boost revenue.
  • The president announced a zero-tolerance approach to violence, racism and antisemitism, warning that sanctions will follow violations.
  • Tournament ambitions were flagged, including an active bid for a women’s event in 2029 and exploratory talk of a future men’s home World Cup in 2038 or 2042.