Galliani gains support for FIGC presidency from players and coaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 5:18 PM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026
Adriano Galliani advances in the race for FIGC President after receiving backing from both the Players’ Association and Coaches’ Association. This comes as the previously elected president, Giovanni Malagò, faces a challenge due to his ineligibility in a nullified past election. The upcoming election is scheduled for December 14, and Galliani aims to implement reforms within Italian football. His extensive experience in leadership roles, including a lengthy tenure at AC Milan, is highlighted by supporters, who cite his strategic vision for the Federation.
- •Adriano Galliani is a candidate for FIGC President.
- •Players’ and Coaches’ Associations voted to support his candidacy.
- •Giovanni Malagò's previous election was declared null and void.
- •The fresh election is set for December 14.
- •Galliani has a long history in football administration.
- 5:18 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Galliani backed by Players and Coaches to be new FIGC President
"Adriano Galliani is one step closer to becoming the new FIGC President after the Players’ Association and Coaches’ Association voted to make him a candidate running against Giovanni Malagò.Italia...
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