Source: http://footballng.com/news/fifa-presidential-election-set-for-feb-26-2016-in-zurich/
The executive committee of the world football governing body, FIFA, held a meeting today (Monday) and has set a date of February 26, 2016 for the presidential election to choose a successor for Sepp Blatter.

Last Month, Sepp Blatter announced his plan to step down due to allegations of corruption.

In May, 14 people of which nine were football officials were arrested by the US and Swiss authorities amid allegations of bribery and coruption.

<blockquote>Extraordinary elective FIFA Congress scheduled for 26 Feb 2016 in Zurich. Press conference 3pm CET.
- FIFA Media (@fifamedia) July 20, 2015</blockquote>

Prince Ali, who ran for the presidency in May, said:
"The future of FIFA is at stake,"

"If a December election is called, there will not be the meaningful change in the leadership of FIFA that we so desperately need."

"President Blatter's resignation cannot be dragged out any longer. He must leave now, he cannot be permitted to plan his succession and manage this election process," Prince Ali said.

Prince Ali was the vice president for fours before contesting for the presidency in May.

FIFA elective congress will meet in February to vote on who will succeed Blatter.

Source: http://footballng.com/news/fifa-presidential-election-set-for-feb-26-2016-in-zurich/

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