Off the PitchFootball ItaliaUnverified source· 27 Jul 2026
Maldini and Leonardo resign from FIGC after 16 days
Disagreements over Italy coach choice force Maldini and Leonardo out just days after appointment.
Who
Paolo Maldini and Leonardo
What
Resigned from FIGC roles
When
July 2021
Why
Disagreements over new Italy coach
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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