Leadership Crisis Hits Italian FA: Maldini and Leonardo Resign Following Pirlo Appointment Collapse
A significant leadership vacuum has emerged within the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) as Paolo Maldini and Leonardo have reportedly resigned from their key roles. Their departures come swiftly after Andrea Pirlo’s anticipated appointment as Italy’s head coach collapsed due to concerns over his commercial ties to a Russian betting company.
This double blow leaves newly appointed FIGC president Giovanni Malagò facing an immediate crisis, with the national team lacking a clear strategy amidst its struggle following repeated World Cup qualification failures and early exits in European club competitions.