 On May 3rd 2002, at a meeting of the Executive Committee of the Federation, Zen-Ruffinen presented a report which put forward serious accusations against President Blatter.Five of the seven vice-presidents demanded that Blatter resign, but the Committee preferred that he submit a written explanation on all eight charges made against him.Soon, due to significant disagreements with FIFA leadership, Zen-Ruffinen was forced to leave his position.