Ronaldo Announces Bid for Brazilian Football Presidency

The legendary striker aims to reform the CBF, citing deep crises and a loss of prestige in Brazilian football.

Ronaldo, a two-time World Cup winner, has declared his candidacy for the presidency of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF).
He plans to address what he describes as a 'deep crisis' in Brazilian football, including a loss of respect for the national team, the Selecao.
The current CBF president, Ednaldo Rodrigues, has faced allegations of irregularities and legal challenges since his 2022 election.
Ronaldo has pledged to sell his stake in Spanish club Real Valladolid to avoid conflicts of interest during his campaign.
The CBF election is expected to take place between March 2025 and March 2026, though earlier elections remain a possibility due to legal uncertainties.