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Russell Paul leaves Safa for Qatar as Gay Mokoena steps in as acting CEO

The South African Football Association (Safa) has officially announced the departure of acting CEO Russell Paul from the organisation with immediate effect.

According to Safa, Paul will take up a senior position within the Qatar 2022 World Cup Organising Committee.

In a statement released on Tuesday, Safa said Paul leaves the country's football governing body in a stable position and the organisation is pleased with the role he played during his tenure as CEO.

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Safa president Dr Danny Jordaan wished Paul well and he's confident the football administrator will help Qatar put together a proficient Fifa World Cup.