The case of Andrea Pirlo embarrasses the Figc and, instead of bringing the National Team closer to the new head coach (in recent hours the hypothesis of Thiago Motta has emerged), it brings everything back to square one. The candidacy of the former Azzurri playmaker, until a few days ago considered the most solid, has progressively deflated under the weight of controversies, so much so that Pirlo himself distanced himself from the hypothesis with a message published on social media.
What complicated the picture most was the affair related to the collaboration with a Russian bookmaker and the subsequent participation in a football event in Moscow, elements that fueled a strong political and media debate. A case that made his appointment as head of Italy impossible to pursue. With Pirlo out of the picture, the consequences go beyond the choice of the new head coach.
His candidacy, in fact, was strongly supported by the technical director Paolo Maldini. Who, in fact, decided to resign Monday evening, together with advisor Leonardo, just 16 days after his appointment.
Read more Covid, Domenico Arcuri: «Checks on masks? It was not our responsibility» | Libero Quotidiano.it
Andrea Pirlo, solidarity from the Russian embassy: “Subject to ostracism”
“Sincere and human solidarity” was expressed to Andrea Pirlo by the Russian ambassador in It…
The president of the Figc Giovanni Malagò, in a very tense face-to-face, reportedly told him: “Now I decide.” And the former Milan icon would not have accepted intrusions, preferring to step back. And now? Among the profiles circulating most insistently is that of Giorgio Chiellini. The former National Team captain, now a Juventus executive, is considered an authoritative and respected figure, capable of acting as a link between the Federation, clubs, and the team. His experience and the weight he has acquired in Italian football would make him a credible candidate if the situation were to change radically. According to Repubblica, on the other hand, a strong candidate would be Claudio Ranieri, former Roma coach.
Andrea Pirlo, Minister Abodi speaks: “There is a bad image to recover”
Andrea Pirlo is no longer the candidate for the Azzurri bench. This was written in a story on social media…
A possible entry of Chiellini could also reopen the discussion related to Antonio Conte. The former Azzurri head coach, initially remaining in the background, enjoys the appreciation of several Serie A clubs, which would see his return to the National Team leadership positively. The two shared important years at Juventus and their relationship has remained very solid. The position of Roberto Mancini (associated with Ranieri) remains more delicate. His name continues to be among those considered, but the memory of his sudden departure from the National Team makes his candidacy less shared than in the past. With the Nations League now approaching and the debut set for September 25 against Belgium, the Figc will have to quickly resolve the issue.
