Former Italian FIGC chief Malago confirms bid for presidency
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Italian Football Federation (FIGC) elects new President - FIGC - Italian Football Federation, Rome, Italy - June 22, 2026 Newly elected Italian Football Federation (FIGC) president Giovanni Malago during the press conference REUTERS/Antonio Denti/File Photo
Oct 12 : Former Italian Soccer Federation (FIGC) President Giovanni Malago told Italian public radio RAI on Monday that he expects to run for re-election in the contest for the FIGC leadership.
• Malago resigned on October 6 following legal inquiries that questioned his June election victory due to technical non-compliance regarding his initial federation membership status.
• Under a compromise with the Italian National Olympic committee, the federation was placed under extraordinary administration.
• Malago now serves as special administrator, managing day-to-day operations.
• The leadership vote is scheduled for December 14, allowing Malago to regularise his membership standing and run as an eligible candidate.
• The transition addresses major structural hurdles, including Euro 2032 venue upgrades and the national's recovery after failing to qualify for three consecutive World Cups.
