Giancarlo Abete and Giovanni Malagò have formally put themselves forward as candidates for the upcoming FIGC presidential election on June 22nd, each outlining their distinct strategies for the progression of Italian football.
The deadline for submitting candidacy documents, set at 40 days prior to the election, has passed. The decisive vote will take place at the Rome Cavalieri Waldorf Astoria Hotel on June 22nd.
Abete’s bid is supported by the Lega Nazionale Dilettanti (LND), the amateur league, while Malagò’s candidacy has the backing of the Lega Serie A.
The FIGC Election Campaign Commences
An initial attempt by former player Renato Miele to enter the race was unsuccessful, as he failed to secure the necessary delegate support.
With the candidates now officially declared, their respective manifestos have been released, signaling the official start of the election campaign.
Giovanni Malagò’s proposals include the implementation of an incentive system designed to increase playing time for young Italian players in Serie A. Furthermore, he advocates for a national initiative focused on developing new stadiums and modern training facilities.
Giancarlo Abete’s plan aims to curb the influence of Serie A in obstructing progress, asserting that the FIGC should possess greater authority to make decisions beneficial to the Italian football landscape as a whole. He also supports a reduction in the number of clubs and the establishment of a dedicated management team to oversee the “Club Italia” section and the national team.
In addition to the presidential race, elections for new federation councillors are also scheduled, with notable figures such as Inter President Beppe Marotta and Juventus director Giorgio Chiellini among the contenders.
