Former Brazil striker Ronaldo has withdrawn his candidacy to be the next president of his country’s football federation (CBF). Ronaldo — who scored 62 goals for his nation as they reached three successive World Cup finals between 1994 and 2002,

Former football superstar Ronaldo Nazario has withdrawn from the Confederation of Brazilian Football (CBF) presidential race, citing a lack of support from regional federations.

SAO PAULO — Brazil great Ronaldo Nazário has ended his bid for the presidency of his country’s soccer confederation. The two-time World Cup winner turned businessman said Wednesday he lacked support among local soccer executives to challenge incumbent Ednaldo Rodrigues for the role of leading the Brazil Football Confederation.