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Former Brazil star Cafu has openly commended FIFA and its president Gianni Infantino for the work done to strengthen player representation across world football. The legendary full-back underlined the governing body's continued efforts to make sure former professionals have a genuine say in the modern administration of the game.

Cafu offers firm support for FIFA's governance

Cafu has issued a public statement backing FIFA and president Infantino. He shared his views on the governing body's recent administrative efforts and said football governance has changed significantly in recent years. According to the former defender, the present leadership has made a clear effort to bring those who have actually played the game into the process.

Players now have a seat at the table

In his public message, Cafu highlighted the structural changes that have brought players into football's decision-making framework. He said he was highly pleased with the way important figures within the sport are now being included and heard.

Cafu said: "Over the past 10 years, we have followed the work that FIFA and President Infantino have carried out to promote representation in football - something that had not happened before. Players and former players have been given a voice and a place at the table by taking part in committees, projects, and working groups."

Helping shape the future of world football

Cafu stressed that the involvement of former players goes well beyond symbolic ambassador duties. He pointed out that their deep experience on the pitch is helping to influence current sporting policies in a direct way. In his view, the group feels truly valued by football's central governing authority.

"Our opinions are heard, and many of the initiatives carried out in the name of the sport have been shaped by our reflections, ideas, plans, and participation," Cafu added.

"We know how football can transform lives, improve societies and expand opportunities to people all over the world; and we are committed to continue bringing that hope to them. We remain on hand to support the great progress that our sport has experienced in the past decade, ensuring that it continues to reach and benefit people in all the countries where football is played around the world."

Progress set to continue in the years ahead

Looking to the future, Cafu made it clear that the working relationship between former players and FIFA will continue. The groups that have already been put in place are expected to remain actively involved in shaping future rules as well as development initiatives.

The wider aim is to ensure that the game's continued growth reaches every part of the world. Through this ongoing collaboration, Cafu and other former players want to help make sure football continues to benefit people in every country where the sport is played.