Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa

Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa, born on November second, nineteen sixty-five, is a prominent Bahraini sports executive and former association football player. He has made significant contributions to the world of football, particularly in his role as the Senior Vice-president of the FIFA Council as of two thousand twenty-three.

Since May second, two thousand thirteen, he has served as the president of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), where he has been instrumental in shaping the future of football in Asia. Prior to this, he held the position of president of the Bahrain Football Association from two thousand two to two thousand thirteen, showcasing his long-standing commitment to the sport.

In addition to his leadership roles, Salman has also served as chairman of the AFC Disciplinary Committee and deputy chairman of the FIFA Disciplinary Committee, further highlighting his influence within the football community. He is a member of the House of Khalifa, the royal family of Bahrain, which adds to his prominence in both sports and society.

However, his career has not been without controversy. Salman has faced accusations regarding his involvement in the crackdown on dissidents following the Arab Spring in Bahrain, allegations he has publicly denied.