Football Legends Vie for Uefa Presidency

In a high-stakes battle for the leadership of European football, two iconic figures from the sport are set to contest the Uefa presidency. Aleksander Ceferin, the incumbent Uefa president, will face a challenge from Lise Klaveness, a former Norway international and current head of the Norwegian Football Federation.

Ceferin, who has been at the helm of Uefa since 2016, is seeking a third term in office. His tenure has been marked by navigating the organization through the complexities of the Covid-19 pandemic and the fallout from the attempted formation of the European Super League. Ceferin's leadership has been praised for maintaining the integrity of European football competitions.

On the other hand, Klaveness brings a fresh perspective to the race. As a former player who represented Norway at the 2003 Women's World Cup, she understands the game from the grassroots level. Her candidacy represents a push for greater diversity and inclusion within Uefa's leadership, aiming to address issues such as gender equality and the development of women's football across the continent.

The election, scheduled to take place during Uefa's congress in Lisbon on April 5, 2023, promises to be a defining moment for the future direction of European football. Both candidates have pledged to uphold the values of the game while adapting to the evolving landscape of the sport.

• Aleksander Ceferin
• Lise Klaveness
• UEFA