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Italian Soccer Chief Malagò Keeps Post Amid Election Flaw
6 Oct
Summary
- Giovanni Malagò retained leadership of Italian soccer federation.
- An election irregularity threatened his position but was resolved.
- He was named interim commissioner pending a new election.
Giovanni Malagò has secured his continued leadership of the Italian soccer federation, finding a resolution to an election irregularity that occurred in June. Initially elected president with a significant majority, Malagò's position was jeopardized because he was not a registered member of the federation at the time of the vote.
To address this, Malagò was named the federation's emergency commissioner on an interim basis. This decision came after a last-minute agreement between Malagò and the Italian Olympic Committee (CONI) president, Luciano Buonfiglio, just before CONI's vote on the matter.
A new election is anticipated to take place in January, with Malagò expected to seek the presidency again. Malagò brings extensive experience, having previously led the Italian Olympic Committee and the Milan Cortina Olympics organizing committee.
His tenure inherits significant challenges, including the national team's performance and Italy's preparations for co-hosting the 2032 European Championship with Turkey. Of the 14 proposed stadiums, only one is currently ready to host matches.
