Rumors about Brigitte Annerl: Could she become ÖFB president?

Rumors about Brigitte Annerl: Could she become ÖFB president?

Brigitte Annerl, the current president of TSV Hartberg, is considered a possible successor for the office of ÖFB president. Last Friday she commented on the rumors in an interview with *Sky Sport Austria*. Annerl, who had been talking to Wolfgang Bartosch about a possible application for a year and a half, said she was not ready to give up her role at Hartberg to become president of the Austrian Football Association. “Under no circumstances will I give up my beloved Hartberg,” emphasized the 56-year-old, adding that the right time for such a decision was important.

Message of peace instead of ambition

Although Annerl would play a historic role as the first woman in office, she doesn't see the appeal in it. For them, peace and unity in the association are their top priority. “I would like to see more unity in the ÖFB instead of division, more togetherness instead of opposition,” she said. She expressed relief that Bartosch had temporarily taken over the presidency, as he acted as a unifying personality. Your support goes to the Austrian national team and its coach, as they should be at the center of your considerations. “We are doing a great job in the national team, we have a great team,” said Annerl.

The developments surrounding a possible presidency focus on the ÖFB's internal structures and the challenges that exist there. The discussion surrounding Annerl's possible candidacy will attract attention as the football association goes through an important phase. As *Laola1* reports, Annerl is primarily concerned with a strong team feeling in the association, while she carefully considers the rumors surrounding her. *Kleine Zeitung* also sheds light on the expectations and hopes associated with a possible Annerl presidency.