Rafael Louzán at the Senate: “Football is a unifying force that shapes our society — it’s part of Spain’s identity.”

With representatives from all parliamentary groups in attendance, the Enrique Casas Vila Room at the Senate hosted Rafael Louzán’s address, just days before the first anniversary of his democratic election as head of Spanish football’s governing body.

After thanking the committee for the opportunity, Louzán reflected on his tenure and reiterated that he assumed the presidency “with the conviction that the power of football cannot be used for private or personal interests. Football is a driving force that serves our society and our country — a unifying element around which citizens organize their lives, their weekends and the values we share.”

Values such as transparency, continuous dialogue, inclusion and openness to society have guided the current RFEF administration during these months, in which, he explained, “we have worked to achieve something essential: social and institutional peace within football, ensuring that this sport moves forward rooted in respect and loyalty among institutions.”

“Football serves our society”

“Football belongs to everyone,” Louzán continued. “It does not belong to Louzán, or to LALIGA, or to the players, coaches or anyone else. It is a shared asset — a social asset. Since December 16th, 2024, the RFEF I am honored to lead has kept its doors open to every actor in football, sport and society. And that is how it must be. The RFEF, under our leadership, has no enemies and will not have them, because football must always be a unifying force: football is Spain, and it is a symbol of Spain.”

His address also covered key areas of his administration: grassroots sport, the Copa de SM el Rey, the RFEF’s role in international organizations, the federation’s major social initiatives, the exceptional moment of the national teams — both men’s and women’s squads ranked No. 1 in the FIFA standings — and the work toward the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which he described as “a unique and unrepeatable opportunity to showcase our country’s winning character.”
Earlier in the day, Louzán met with Senate President Pedro Rollán.

At the close of his appearance, the RFEF President responded to questions from senators, reiterating Spanish football’s commitment to society as “a way to improve the lives of people, towns and cities. It drives economic activity, integration, solidarity, fair play, and stands as a cultural hallmark of our country. I echo the motto chosen by His Majesty King Felipe VI on the tenth anniversary of his reign: Service, commitment and duty. Count on Spanish football. Count on the Royal Spanish Football Federation,” he concluded.