Carlos Fernández oversees all Concacaf competitions across 41 nations in North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. He leads a team of 38 professionals and manages divisions covering men’s and women’s national teams, club tournaments, refereeing, and governance, while working closely with presidents, league leaders, and technical experts throughout the region.
Born in Guatemala, Carlos has spent over 15 years at Concacaf driving transformative reforms. He has modernized World Cup Qualifiers, reshaped the Gold Cup, and created a new club competition ecosystem that has redefined pathways for clubs and players. In 2024, he successfully oversaw the hosting of Copa América in Concacaf territory, setting a new standard for cross-confederation tournaments.
A champion for women’s football, Carlos has overseen a decade of unprecedented growth: matches increased 565%, teams 305%, and players impacted 351%, culminating in six nations qualifying for the FIFA Women’s World Cup for the first time.
Recognized for his collaborative leadership and principled approach, Carlos is dedicated to making football in the region stronger, fairer, and more inclusive—shaping Concacaf today while inspiring confidence in the future of the game.
