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Australian football chief executive James Johnson resigns

Australian football chief executive James Johnson resigns

Sydney, May 8 (UNI) Football Australia (FA) on Thursday announced that James Johnson has resigned as chief executive officer after more than five years in the role.
In a statement, Johnson said that it has been a "privilege" to lead the governing body.
"As someone who is immensely passionate about Australian football, this decision has not come easy, but I believe the time is right to step down," he said.

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