Overview

• Hans-Joachim Watzke secured re-election to the UEFA Executive Committee with 48 out of 55 votes, earning one of seven available seats.
• Bernd Neuendorf was re-elected as UEFA's representative to the FIFA Council by acclamation, extending his tenure for another four years.
• The strong support for Watzke's re-election is viewed as a boost to Germany's bid to host the 2029 Women's European Championship, with the decision expected by year's end.
• Karl-Heinz Rummenigge was honored as an honorary UEFA member, further recognizing German football leadership on the international stage.
• Discussions at the UEFA Congress reiterated that Russia's return to international football depends on achieving peace in Ukraine, with no immediate changes made.