Tatjana Haenni named as first female CEO in German football at RB Leipzig

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesDecember 10, 2025 at 01:54 PM

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Tatjana Haenni, a former Swiss international player and experienced football administrator, has been appointed CEO of RB Leipzig, making her the first woman to hold that position in the Bundesliga. The appointment was announced on December 10, 2025, and she will assume the role on January 1, 2026. Haenni brings decades of experience from FIFA, the Swiss Football Association, and the NWSL. Oliver Mintzlaff, chair of RB Leipzig’s supervisory board, cited her expertise, leadership, and strategic thinking as key factors in her selection. Haenni expressed her enthusiasm for the role and her commitment to leveraging the club's strengths to achieve its goals. RB Leipzig is currently second in the Bundesliga.

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