Malagò admits calendar error over Bianchedi appointment

According to Corriere dello Sport and ANSA, the FIGC commissioner acknowledges misjudging the timing of Bianchedi's appointment as head of the national team delegation.

Giovanni Malagò, commissioner of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC), admitted to a scheduling error in appointing Bianchedi as head of the national team delegation. “I understand that timing is crucial,” he stated, according to Corriere dello Sport.

Per ANSA, Malagò said he was “absolutely convinced” of the choice of Bianchedi, while admitting he had “chosen the wrong moment.” He also mentioned, per Calcio e Finanza, the need to “do something” regarding Brunelli and Viglione.

Sources

  1. Corriere dello SportMalagò ammette: "Bianchedi la scelta giusta, ma ho sbagliato i tempi" (new window)corrieredellosport.it
  2. ANSAMalagò: 'Straconvinto della nomina di Bianchedi, ma ho sbagliato i tempi' (new window)ansa.it
  3. Calcio e FinanzaMalagò: «Su Bianchedi ho sbagliato i tempi. Brunelli-Viglione? Qualcosa si dovrà fare» (new window)calcioefinanza.it