Figo warns of Blatter 'lost years'

Portuguese star taking aim at top FIFA job; says governing body needs more transparency

Portuguese soccer legend Luis Figo, who is challenging for the FIFA presidency, said on Monday a victory for incumbent Sepp Blatter would mean four lost years.

Figo, who said he is financing his own campaign, added that nearly every soccer leader he meets declares a desire for change, but he did not know whether federations would turn against Blatter.