On behalf of the Argentine Football Association (AFA) and its Executive Committee, we write to you, dear President, and through your esteemed good offices to the FIFA Executive Committee, to express our support for the work carried out over the last 10 years, which has centred on the development of football worldwide and institutional strength based on a clear, stable and transparent governance model. In this regard, with respect to the recent events that are now public knowledge, we must acknowledge the Administration’s decision to withdraw a proposal which, from the outset, generated far more uncertainty than certainty within the football family. It is therefore worth highlighting the acknowledgement of the mistakes made during that process and the apology expressed in the thoughtful message sent to FIFA’s 211 member associations. Prioritising governance standards is a fundamental pillar for strengthening good relations between FIFA, its member associations and the confederations. Similarly, and as we have already stated, you are leading a mandate that has brought about a profound transformation of FIFA; one that has opened the organisation’s doors to all member associations and confederations, so that, through frank and direct dialogue, we can all continue to promote football at all levels and across all disciplines. From our perspective, this transformation was built on a model of transparent governance, respect for statutory structures and adherence to democratic procedures – principles that are essential for the football family to remain united, steadfast and working to continue bringing about improvements in both sporting and institutional matters, which in turn lead to a better quality of life for the millions of people who play our beloved sport. Consequently, with the next FIFA Congress fast approaching, the Association that I am proud to chair firmly believes and reaffirms that the way forward is to continue working under its leadership, so that we may continue to develop a better and even more inclusive game of football.   submitted by   /u/LordVelaryon [link]   [comments]