Summary
Gabriele Gravina, the head of Italy’s football federation, resigned after Italy's men’s national team failed to qualify for the World Cup for the third time in a row. The failure to qualify occurred after losing in a penalty shootout to Bosnia and Herzegovina. A new president will be chosen on June 22, as Italian football faces significant challenges and calls for major changes.
Key Facts
- Gabriele Gravina was the president of Italy’s football federation (FIGC) and resigned after the team failed to qualify for the World Cup again.
- Italy has missed the World Cup for three consecutive tournaments.
- Italy lost to Bosnia and Herzegovina in a penalty shootout during the playoffs.
- A new president for FIGC will be elected on June 22.
- Sport Minister Andrea Abodi highlighted the need for serious changes in leadership and management.
- Italy had a successful run at Euro 2020 but has struggled since, including not defending their European Championship successfully.
- Italy is set to cohost Euro 2032 with Turkiye, but there are concerns about the state of Italian stadiums.
- Former Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon also announced his resignation.
