Sigurgeirsdottir stays at the helm in Iceland
Sunday, February 27, 2022
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Vanda Sigurgeirsdottir has been re-elected for a two-year term as president of the Icelandic Football Association (KSÍ).
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The 56-year-old – the first woman in the KSÍ’s history to serve as the association’s president – was first elected at an extraordinary congress last October.
‘Grateful and humble’
Sigurgeirsdottir is a former Iceland international who played 37 times for her country, and she also managed the women's national team from 1997 to 1998.
She was unable to attend the KSÍ’s congress on Saturday after contracting Covid-19, and spoke to delegates in a message after her election. "I´m very grateful and humble today,” Sigurgeirsdottir said. “I’m touched by this support and look forward to working with you all again. Let´s look forward – together.”
Exciting times coming
"There are many exciting things waiting ahead,” Sigurgeirsdottir added. “Strengthening the clubs in the country and strengthening the youth football scene.”
“We need to put emphasis on improving facilities around the country, including the construction of a new national stadium. We must also strengthen the national teams and boost the reputation of the football association."