During an interview on ‘Radio Goal,’ broadcast by Kiss Kiss Napoli, Tgcom director Paolo Liguori offered his comprehensive insights into the profound crisis currently engulfing Italian football. Liguori meticulously analyzed the underlying structural and managerial issues that culminated in the national team’s unexpected exclusion from the upcoming World Cup, highlighting the significant challenges facing the sport.
He further elaborated on various potential strategies and the essential pathways required for a successful resurgence of Italian football, stressing the imperative for substantial reforms across all levels of the game. Addressing the critical topic of the future leadership of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC), Liguori clarified his position regarding Giovanni Malagò’s potential candidacy for the presidency.
“I am not opposed to Malagò’s candidacy,” Liguori affirmed. “I believe he is an experienced individual who can offer a valuable contribution to the revitalization efforts.”
In addition, Liguori shared his perspective on Aurelio De Laurentiis, the outspoken president of Napoli, remarking with conviction: “ADL is not stupid.” This comment subtly underscored De Laurentiis’s astute analytical capabilities and strategic foresight within the intricate and often turbulent landscape of Italian football, suggesting a deep understanding of the sport’s complex dynamics.
