An Independent Study will be launched in a special session on 5 September. This Public Hearing aims to unite representatives from diverse sectors to address the critical challenges and urgent reforms in Brazilian football.
The Future of Football in Brazil is the central theme of the high-level Special Session that the Parliamentary Front for the Modernisation of Football will organise in Brasilia, in partnership with SIGA LATIN AMERICA. This thought leadership event kicks off at 10 am on 5 September during the 4th annual edition of SIGA’s Sport Integrity Week, taking place between 2 – 9 next month all over the world.
This Special Session will also include a Public Hearing under the auspices of the Special Subcommittee dedicated to the modernisation of football in the country.
The event signals the beginning of a large-scale, independent and inclusive consultation process. Key figures from the world of football – including CBF, state federations, Serie A and Serie B Brazilian clubs, player and coach associations, sponsors, broadcasters, fans, and relevant public officials – are invited to the Brazilian Congress in Brasilia to voice their concerns and perspectives.
The existing positive dialogue between the parties will be formalised on the occasion by means of a Cooperation Agreement, which will shine the spotlight on the official presentation of The Independent Study on the Future of Brazilian Football that SIGA LATIN AMERICA will spearhead.
SIGA’s Global CEO and Chairman and CEO of SIGA LATIN AMERICA, Emanuel Macedo de Medeiros, will lead the project. With an impressive 30-year leadership tenure in global football and renowned sports law and governance expertise, Medeiros has been instrumental in entities like the EPFL (European Professional Football Leagues) and the World Leagues Forum. His prior roles encompass senior positions at UEFA, FIFA, the European Union, World Economic Forum, OECD, Court of Arbitration of Sport, Council of Europe and other international organisations.
Speaking on behalf of SIGA and SIGA LATIN AMERICA, Emanuel Macedo de Medeiros underscored the significance of collaborating with Brazilian authorities and highlighted the game-changing impact of the Independent Study on the Future of Football in Brazil, stating:
“Brazilian football stands at a transformative crossroads. Our forthcoming Independent Study will pave the way towards the future of Brazilian football, setting a forward-thinking, action-oriented and reform-driven trajectory.
Leveraging our three decades of experience at the forefront of professional football, we are committed to championing its evolution and upholding its integrity.
We invite every stakeholder to come forward, participate in this process and make their contribution towards a truly sustainable, credible and respected football landscape. It is a football that not only assumes its responsibilities towards Brazilian society and economy, but also enhances Brazil’s global stance in the world map, especially as it gears up for the G20 presidency.
We look forward to kick-start the change on behalf of SIGA and SIGA LATIN AMERICA and the wider global community.”
Congressman Eduardo Bandeira de Mello, who serves both as the rapporteur for the Special Subcommittee and as President of the Parliamentary Front on Football Modernisation, added:
“Our goal is to bolster football through public policy, driving improvement and modernisation anchored in environmental, social, and governance principles. It’s imperative to engage in deeper discussions with football clubs to ensure financial fair-play and sustainability, while maintaining equitable representation and negotiation power in both image and sporting capacities.
Drawing from our experience at Flamengo, where we successfully rebranded a once-discredited club into a respected and responsible entity, we aim to replicate such positive transformations across Brazilian football. The governance of our football institutions should be contemporary, prioritising ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards.
Football represents a touchstone to the wider world for many children and underprivileged individuals. Therefore, aligning the sport more closely with social and educational policies is crucial.”
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ABOUT SIGA
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ABOUT SIGA LATIN AMERICA
SIGA LATIN AMERICA is committed to promoting the highest standards of integrity and governance in sports throughout the region as part of an ongoing global reform to restore the industry’s reputation and regain much-needed credibility. To achieve this, SIGA LATIN AMERICA is working with all major public and private stakeholders in Latin America, in a framework of positive dialogue, constructive cooperation, and mutual respect. It is the third of SIGA’s continental structures and was established in July 2022.
ABOUT SÃO PAULO FOOTBALL CLUB
São Paulo Football Club is one of the most important and successful clubs in Brazilian football. Founded on January 25, 1930, the club is headquartered in São Paulo, in the Morumbi neighborhood, Brazil. Since its creation, São Paulo FC has won numerous titles, notably the triple world club championship, and has developed a rich and impactful history in the country. It is also famous for its sports infrastructure, including Cícero Pompeu de Toledo Stadium (Morumbi), which is one of the largest stadiums in the country.
Currently, São Paulo is promoting ethics and integrity in football through its Integrity Tricolor Program – PIT coordinated by the Governance, Risks, and Compliance department. The program aims to promote good conduct both on and off the field, from the gates of Morumbi and beyond.