Malagò: Serie A backing for Napoli never wavered
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- TuttosportTier 1
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- La Redazine
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Key points
- FIGC president visited Italy squad at Coverciano ahead of Belgium Nations League match on Friday
- Malagò told players to take responsibility and demonstrate the trust placed in them by the nation
- Praised Mancini's mix of youth and experience; confirmed plans for Coverciano technical centre upgrades
Summary
Giovanni Malagò visited Italy's national team in retreat to address ongoing questions about institutional support during a period of uncertainty affecting both him and delegation chief Diana Bianchedi. The FIGC president insisted the backing from Serie A leadership, reaffirmed by league chief Simonelli, had never faltered, and dismissed suggestions the situation could distract the squad ahead of Friday's Nations League fixture.
Malagò spoke to the players about shared responsibility and values, framing the moment as one of opportunity rather than burden. He expressed confidence in Roberto Mancini's squad composition and outlined plans to develop Coverciano as a centre of excellence for Italian football.
Original headline
Malagò e il sostegno della Lega Serie A: “Non è mai venuto meno”. Poi rivela cosa ha detto agli azzurri
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