CBF changes head of the refereeing committee | OneFootball

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced this Tuesday (9) a change in the leadership of the Refereeing Committee. Former referee Sandro Meira Ricci will take over as president of the body, replacing Rodrigo Cintra, who is leaving the position after a period at the helm of the organization.

In an official statement, the CBF thanked Rodrigo Cintra for his dedication, professionalism, and services provided during his tenure, highlighting that Brazilian refereeing made significant progress thanks to his work, commitment, and leadership.

Sandro Meira Ricci takes on the role after working in recent years as referee manager at the Professional Referee Organization (PRO), the organization responsible for managing refereeing in Major League Soccer (MLS), the top soccer league in the United States.

According to the entity, the transition process will take place gradually, without affecting the progress of national competitions. Until this stage is completed, the activities of the Refereeing Committee will continue as normal.

Sandro Meira Ricci in Palmeiras matches

The new head of the CBF Refereeing Committee, Sandro Meira Ricci, was a professional soccer referee. The last Palmeiras match officiated by him was in 2017, in Verdão’s 4-2 victory over São Paulo at Nubank Parque.

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