Mikel Arriola, former candidate for the head of Government of CDMX, has been appointed as the new president of the Mexican Football Federation and Mexico's representative to FIFA. Despite his political background with the PRI and IMSS, Arriola takes on this new challenge that distances him from the political sphere and introduces him to the world of sports.
Arriola's appointment has generated surprise in the sports realm, as his previous experience was more centered on politics. However, his role as executive president of Liga MX since 2021 seems to have been a springboard for this new position. The FMF bets on his profile with experience in management and political relationships at a time when Mexican football seeks to improve its performance in international tournaments and address structural issues in the league.
In a statement, the FMF confirmed Arriola's appointment, which has sparked mixed reactions. Some interpret this move as an attempt to strengthen the management of Mexican football, while others link it to power struggles within Morena. This decision marks an unexpected turn in Arriola's career and poses new challenges for both him and the football industry in Mexico.
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