Leadership Reshuffle in Italy's Soccer Federation
Gabriele Gravina resigned as president of Italy's soccer federation due to political pressures following Italy's failure to qualify for the World Cup. His resignation might also result in the dismissal of Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso amidst calls for change by Sports Minister Andrea Abodi.
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Gabriele Gravina, president of Italy's soccer federation, resigned on Thursday under political pressures after Italy's national team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.
Gravina's decision opens the possibility of Italy's coach, Gennaro Gattuso, facing dismissal too. The demands for a leadership overhaul were amplified by Italy's Sports Minister Andrea Abodi.
Italy's qualification hopes were dashed after losing a penalty shootout to Bosnia and Herzegovina. This marks the third missed opportunity at the World Cup, sparking urgency for fresh leadership in Italian soccer.
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