The Federación Mexicana de Fútbol (FMF) is the governing body for the sport of soccer in Mexico. Recently, the FMF President Decio de María announced that he will not seek re-election when his term ends in June 2021. This news has been met with mixed reactions from soccer fans and experts across the country.
De María has been the FMF President since 2013 and has overseen a period of significant growth in the sport. He was instrumental in bringing the 2026 FIFA World Cup to Mexico, as well as expanding the Liga MX, Mexico’s top professional soccer league. He also helped to create a new youth development program and increased the number of Mexican players playing abroad.
Despite these successes, De María’s tenure has been marked by controversy. He has been criticized for his handling of the national team’s performance in international competitions, as well as his handling of the doping scandal involving several Liga MX players. Additionally, he has been accused of mismanaging funds and not doing enough to promote the game at the grassroots level.
De María’s decision not to seek re-election has been met with both praise and criticism. Supporters of De María argue that he has done a lot to improve the game in Mexico, while detractors point to his controversial decisions and lack of transparency. Regardless of one’s opinion on De María, his decision not to seek re-election is a significant moment for Mexican soccer.
The FMF will now have to find a new president who can continue De María’s legacy and build on his successes. The new president will have to address the issues that have plagued the FMF under De María’s tenure, such as doping, mismanagement of funds, and lack of grassroots promotion. It will be a difficult task, but one that is necessary if Mexican soccer is to continue its growth and success.
