Italy federation chief resigns after latest World Cup failure
Italian Football Federation chief Gabriele Gravina has resigned after the national team failed to qualify for the World Cup for the third time in a row. Italy's wait for a World Cup appearance will now continue for at least another four years, following a penalty shootout loss to Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Italian Football Federation chief Gabriele Gravina has resigned. The national team failed to qualify for the World Cup after losing to Bosnia and Herzegovina in a playoff. Italy took the lead but was later equalized, leading to a penalty shootout loss. The team's manager, Gennaro Gattuso, is also expected to be ousted. An extraordinary assembly will be held on June 22 to elect a new chief. Gravina's resignation comes after sports minister Andrea Abodi called for a change in leadership.
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