Ronaldo Ends Bid for Brazilian Football Confederation Presidency

The former World Cup champion withdrew after failing to secure support from key regional federations backing incumbent Ednaldo Rodrigues.

Ronaldo announced his withdrawal from the race for the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) presidency, citing a lack of support from regional federations.
The 48-year-old football legend had sought to address what he described as a 'deep crisis' within Brazilian football but faced resistance from 23 of the 27 state federations.
Ronaldo's inability to present his proposals stemmed from federations' expressed satisfaction with the current leadership and their support for Rodrigues' re-election in 2026.
Ednaldo Rodrigues, the current CBF president, has faced criticism for controversial decisions, including failed attempts to secure Carlo Ancelotti as Brazil's national team coach.
Rodrigues, who first assumed the presidency in 2021, is expected to run unopposed in the upcoming election, with most state federations firmly in his camp.