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Italian Football Federation faces leadership crisis following Andrea Pirlo betting scandal
El FinancieroLO·IT·about 12 hours ago
The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has blocked the appointment of Andrea Pirlo as national team coach due to his professional association with a Russian betting company. The decision has caused internal friction with technical director Paolo Maldini, who reportedly supported the candidacy.