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FIGC presidential election to determine future leadership in Italian football

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Last updated Jun 22, 2026

FIGC presidential election to determine future leadership in Italian football

Summary

The FIGC will hold a presidential election on June 22 in Rome, where Giancarlo Abete and Giovanni Malago are the leading candidates. The vote comes after Gabriele Gravina's resignation following Italy's failure to qualify for the World Cup, marking the third consecutive cycle without a spot in the tournament. Both candidates will present their programs before a vote by 516 delegates representing various sectors of Italian football. The election requires a candidate to secure more than 50% of votes for victory.

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By the Numbers

•Election scheduled for June 22 at Cavalieri Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Rome.
•Giovanni Malago, former CONI President, is favored to succeed Gravina.
•Giancarlo Abete previously served as FIGC President from 2007 to 2014.
•Voting will be electronic and confidential among 516 delegates.
•Victory requires more than 50% of the votes.

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A decisive vote to elect a new President of the Italian FA (FIGC) will take place on Monday as Giancarlo Abete and Giovanni Malago go head-to-head to lead the new era of football in Italy.A decisive d...
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