Robert Guérin

President of FIFA (1876-1952)

Robert Guérin (28 June 1876 – 19 March 1952) was a French journalist. He was the 1st President and one of the founders of the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA). On 23 May 1904, Guérin (then just 28 years old) was elected president and remained in his post for two years.

Robert Guérin
1st President of FIFA
In office
23 May 1904 – 4 June 1906
Preceded byNone (position established)
Succeeded byDaniel Burley Woolfall
Personal details
Born
Robert Guérin

(1876-06-28)28 June 1876
Died19 March 1952(1952-03-19) (aged 75)
NationalityFrench
OccupationManager
Football administrator