THE Trinidad and Tobago Football Association (TTFA) has thrown its full support behind the FIFA presidential candidacy bid of former national player David Nakhid.Nakhid, who had already received the backing of former Trinidad and Tobago minister of sport Brent Sancho, saw the body unanimously announce their support of his challenge for the post late last week.
“At a meeting of the Executive Committee on Thursday, there was a unanimous decision taken to back Mr Nakhid in the next FIFA Presidential election.
We are one for improved governance and transparency at FIFA and it is our belief that Mr Nakhid has the right intentions and qualities for the position,” TTFA president Raymond Tim Kee said.
The governing body of the game in the twin island republic came to that stance after reviewing the manifesto of Nakhid, which highlights the need for a fresh start. “The focus now has to be on the best interest of the region and the world. The executive committee was impressed by Mr Nakhid’s vision for the development of Caribbean football and he displayed the best understanding of the unique needs and great potential of the region.”
Nakhid, who is based in Lebanon where he runs the David Nakhid International Football School, needs the backing of five national associations in order to be a candidate