BREAKING NEWS: Canberra raiders Legend Mal Meninga Returns as Chief football officer (CFO) In a monumental announcement, Canberra raiders Owner Canberra District Rugby League Football Club Ltd family has officially declared that Mal Meninga the legendary left-handed and long-time face of the franchise, will return to the organization in 2025 as the chief football Officer Vs..……. view more

 In a monumental and emotional homecoming, the Canberra Raiders have announced that club legend **Mal Meninga** will return to the organization in 2025 as the new **Chief Football Officer (CFO)**.

The announcement was made earlier today by the **Canberra District Rugby League Football Club Ltd**, the owners of the Raiders, confirming what fans across the nation had been hoping to hear. Meninga — a left-handed powerhouse, Hall of Famer, and the face of the club for decades — is officially coming back to where it all began.

> **”It’s more than a job — it’s home,”** Meninga said in a brief but emotional statement. **“The Raiders shaped my life, and now I’m here to help shape its future.”**

### A Hero Returns

Meninga’s return marks a full-circle moment for both the club and its supporters. As a former captain and coach, his legacy with the Raiders is unmatched. He led the club through its golden era in the late ’80s and early ’90s, lifting three Premierships and setting a standard of excellence that echoes to this day.

In his new executive role as **Chief Football Officer**, Meninga will oversee all football operations, player development pathways, high-performance programs, and recruitment strategies — placing one of the game’s greatest minds at the heart of the Raiders’ future direction.

### A Strategic Masterstroke

The Raiders’ ownership described the move as **”a strategic reset and cultural renaissance”** for the club, which has endured a series of near-misses in recent seasons.

> **“Mal brings not just experience, but a winning culture, values, and unmatched credibility. He is Raider DNA,”** said Raiders CEO Don Furner. **“This is the beginning of a new chapter.”**

Meninga, who will step down from his role as **Australian Kangaroos coach** at the end of 2024, is expected to officially begin his duties in **January 2025**. His appointment has already sparked a wave of excitement among current players, past legends, and supporters across the league.