FIFA's leadership change an opportunity to improve image: White House

Written By DNA Web Team | Updated: Jun 03, 2015, 11:16 PM IST

The US Federal Bureau of Investigation is probing alleged corruption at soccer's governing body

The resignation of FIFA President Sepp Blatter will give the international soccer organisation an opportunity to improve its image, said White House press secretary Josh Earnest on Wednesday.

"It's apparent from recent news reports they'd benefit from some new leadership and this is an opportunity for that organisation to try to improve their public image and to make sure that the actions of that organisation are consistent with their mission," Earnest said at a briefing with reporters.

The US Federal Bureau of Investigation is probing alleged corruption at soccer's governing body and on Tuesday Blatter resigned as the investigation heated up.