Sepp Blatter, a renowned Swiss football administrator, held the esteemed position of the eighth President of the Fédération Internationale de Football Association, or FIFA, from 1998 to 2015.
Blatter's professional journey began in the realms of business, public relations, and sports administration, laying the foundation for his future success. In 1981, he assumed the role of general secretary of FIFA, a position he would later leverage to ascend to the presidency.
At the 51st FIFA Congress, held on June 8, 1998, Blatter was elected as the successor to João Havelange, who had led the organization since 1974. Blatter's tenure as president spanned four consecutive terms, with elections taking place in 2002, 2007, 2011, and 2015.
Throughout his presidency, Blatter prioritized the expansion of African and Asian countries' influence in world football, mirroring the efforts of his predecessor, Havelange. This strategic move aimed to increase the representation of these regions in various FIFA tournaments.
