Spanish Government Takes Control of Football Federation

The intervention aims to restore integrity and prepare for upcoming elections amid ongoing corruption scandals.

The Spanish government has established a special committee to oversee the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) until new elections are held.
The decision follows a corruption investigation involving former and current federation presidents, linked to various scandals including inappropriate conduct and financial misdealings.
The oversight committee will be led by independent figures of recognized prestige, ensuring neutrality and effectiveness in governance.
This move comes as Spain prepares to co-host the 2030 World Cup and participates in other major international sports events.
Authorities are concerned about the federation's reputation, especially in light of the upcoming men's European Championship and Paris Olympics.