Giovanni Malagò has been elected as the new president of the Italian Football Federation, securing a decisive 68.58% of the vote in an election aimed at stabilising the country’s struggling football governance.
He comfortably defeated former president Giancarlo Abete, who received 29.17%, becoming the only other candidate in the race.
Malagò, who previously led the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics organising committee, now steps into a role marked by immediate pressure and uncertainty.
His first major responsibility will be appointing a new head coach for the Italian national team following a period of instability and underperformance.
The leadership change comes after a turbulent spell for Italy, which included their failure to qualify for a third consecutive FIFA World Cup.
Former coach Gennaro Gattuso departed after the latest setback, leaving the national team in transition and raising questions about its long-term direction.
Among the leading candidates to take over are experienced managers Roberto Mancini and Antonio Conte, both of whom have previously coached the Azzurri and remain highly respected figures in Italian football.
Malagò, who also holds a position within the International Olympic Committee, replaces Gabriele Gravina, who resigned following Italy’s failure in World Cup qualifying.
His appointment signals a push to restore stability and competitiveness to one of Europe’s most historically successful football nations.
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