Ex-Spurs player Vega set to run for Fifa president
Former Tottenham defender Ramon Vega says he intends to run in next year's Fifa presidential election - becoming the first person to confirm they want to challenge Gianni Infantino.
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"I am standing to reunite the global football family, deliver genuine and lasting reform, modernise Fifa for the 21st Century, restore stability and credibility, and rebuild the trust that our game urgently needs."
— Ramon Vega , Athlete
"Football does not belong to presidents, confederations or administrators. Football is greater than any position, any individual or any institution."
— Ramon Vega , Athlete
"I am standing because my life has prepared me to serve the game."
— Ramon Vega , Athlete
"Football is in the emergency room, on life support. We cannot wait any longer. Fifa needs a new direction and fundamental reform."
— Ramon Vega , Athlete
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Former Tottenham defender Ramon Vega says he intends to run in next year's Fifa presidential election - becoming the first person to confirm they want to challenge Gianni Infantino.
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