Maldini and Leonardo resign from FIGC after 16 days

Disagreements over Italy coach choice force Maldini and Leonardo out just days after appointment.

What happened. Paolo Maldini and Leonardo have decided to resign from the FIGC after disagreements over who to choose as the new Italy coach, just days after accepting the roles.

• First choices Ancelotti and Guardiola rejected the offer.
• Third choice Pirlo blocked due to betting sponsorship.
• Malagò reportedly blocked Pirlo against Maldini and Leonardo's wishes.

An announcement is expected this evening.

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