02/06/2011 14:50
Putin congratulates Blatter on reelection
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin congratulated the controversial Sepp Blatter on his re-election as head of world football, predicting he would continue to work “selflessly" for the game, AFP reported.
"I am sure that you will continue to selflessly serve this remarkable sport," Putin said in a telegram congratulating Blatter published by the Russian government.
"The results of the elections clearly show your great international authority and acknowledge your unique contribution to the work of FIFA and devotion to the popularization and development of football," Putin said. "I sincerely wish you good health, happiness, well being and new successes in your activities."