China's Zhang to become AFC's acting president
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Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Mohamed Bin Hammam (R) poses with Vice-President Zhang Jilong during an event in Kuala Lumpur in this March 15, 2011. |
China's Zhang Jilong will take over as interim president of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Monday after president Mohammad bin Hammam was suspended by the world body FIFA from all football activities on charges of bribery.
"In light of the decision taken by the FIFA Ethics Committee regarding AFC President Mohammed Bin Hammam, the AFC's most senior vice-president, Mr. Zhang Jilong will be the acting president," said?a statement posted on AFC's website.
Mohamed bin Hammam, also a FIFA executive member, plans to appeal against his suspension over bribery allegations.
The AFC will be following the investigation as it takes its course, according to the statement.
"The AFC will continue its work in promoting and further developing Asian football in the spirit of Asian unity and solidarity," said the statement.
