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Obama on FIFA scandal says football needs 'integrity'

Published: 08 Jun 2015 - 06:46 pm | Last Updated: 13 Jan 2022 - 11:56 am


Elmau Castle, Germany--US President Barack Obama said Monday that it was crucial that global football ensure the "integrity" of the sport, when asked about the massive corruption scandal engulfing FIFA.

Obama told reporters it was important "to keep in mind that although football... is a game, it's also a massive business, a source of incredible national pride and people want to make sure it operates with integrity".

AFP