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Serie A Clubs Back Giovanni Malagò for FIGC President

Serie A controls 18% of ballots, leaving Malagò to court other blocs.

Giovanni Malago, président du comité d'organisation des JO-2026 de Milan Cortina, lors de la cérémonie d'ouverture des Jeux paralympiques le 6 mars 2026 à Vérone

Overview

  • Serie A, which voted Monday in Milan, said 18 of 20 clubs endorsed Malagò and set an April 20 meeting for him to present his plans.
  • Lega president Ezio Simonelli said the decision now rests with Malagò, who must formalize his candidacy ahead of the June 22 election.
  • Inter chief Giuseppe Marotta led the push for Malagò, while Adriano Galliani said he will not run after being urged by Milan and Juventus.
  • Lazio and Hellas Verona abstained, with Lazio owner Claudio Lotito urging a special commissioner and a top-to-bottom overhaul.
  • Serie A holds 18% of the FIGC vote compared with 34% for the amateur leagues, so winning will require a broader coalition and a program that addresses a new coach, youth pathways, and stadium upgrades for Euro 2032.