Off the PitchFootball ItaliaUnverified source· 30 Jul 2026
Carnevali slams FIGC chief for picking Mancini over Conte
Juventus CEO says federation should hire based on merit, not friendship.
G. Carnevali
coach
Who
Giovanni Carnevali
What
Criticised FIGC president Giovanni Malagò's appointment of Roberto Mancini as Italy manager
Where
At a La Stampa event
When
Recently
What happened. Giovanni Carnevali criticised Giovanni Malagò for appointing Roberto Mancini as Italy manager, saying the FIGC president should have prioritised ability over relationships.
- Serie A offered to help fund a higher-profile appointment, believed to be Antonio Conte.
- Carnevali expressed sympathy for Andrea Pirlo, who was dropped as frontrunner.
- He also criticised FIFA president Infantino, aligning with 55 opposing federations.
“You shouldn’t bring in friends, but capable people.”
— Giovanni Carnevali
Carnevali's comments highlight ongoing tension between Serie A clubs and the FIGC.
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