Italian football has entered a new phase of uncertainty after major changes at the top. Head coach Gennaro Gattuso is set to leave his role, and now federation president Gabriele Gravina has officially resigned.
The decisions come in the aftermath of Italy’s failure to qualify for the FIFA World Cup once again. The Azzurri were beaten by Bosnia in the playoff final, confirming their absence from a third consecutive World Cup. The result has led to strong reactions across the country.
Gattuso’s departure was expected after the defeat. The manager had been under pressure following inconsistent performances and another collapse in a key match. His exit marks the end of a short and difficult tenure.
Shortly after, Gravina confirmed his resignation. The federation chief had earlier backed Gattuso publicly. However, the scale of failure has forced a change in leadership. Missing three straight World Cups is seen as one of the darkest periods in Italy’s football history.
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