Sport|FootballTatjana Haenni named as first female CEO in German football at RB LeipzigFormer player Tatjana Haenni is named the new chief executive, making her the first female boss in the Bundesliga.
The Bundesliga club RB Leipzig has appointed Tatjana Haenni as Chief Executive Officer, marking her as the first female CEO in the league's history. Haenni brings extensive experience from her previous roles in women's football, including positions at…
The Bundesliga club RB Leipzig has appointed Tatjana Haenni as Chief Executive Officer, marking her as the first female CEO in the league's history. Haenni brings extensive experience from her previous roles in women's football, including positions at FIFA and the Swiss Football Association, and as sports director at the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) in the United States.
Haenni's appointment will commence on January 1, 2026. Her selection was endorsed by RB Leipzig's supervisory board, with Oliver Mintzlaff, the chair, noting her expertise, leadership strength, and strategic thinking as key factors in their decision.
The Bundesliga club RB Leipzig has appointed Tatjana Haenni as Chief Executive Officer, marking her as the first female CEO in the league's history.
RB Leipzig, owned by Red Bull, is currently positioned second in the Bundesliga standings, trailing leaders Bayern Munich by eight points. The Bundesliga is scheduled for a winter break from December 21 to January 9.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
