SOCCER: Ahead of the game: How Safa chief Danny Jordaan keeps iron grip on power
South African soccer federation president Danny Jordaan has deftly swatted aside his critics and maintained his power at Safa House for 13 years.
South African soccer federation president Danny Jordaan has skillfully navigated his critics and retained his power at Safa House for 13 years. His re-election in the 2026 elections, held on September 12, was the closest contest at a Safa elective congress since his initial presidency in 2013. With 157 votes, Jordaan defeated businessman Sandile Zungu, who garnered 82 votes.
Jordaan's re-election, despite Safa's financial struggles and allegations of fraud, underscores his political prowess and the lack of alternatives from within Safa's ranks.
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