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FIGC president Gabriele Gravina has made up his mind and will run for a third term, potentially challenging Alessandro Del Piero.

FIGC President Gravina to Compete for Re-Election

November 29, 2024 Enrico Passarella FIGC, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, The Azzurri

Alessandro Del Piero would have to face a formidable foe if he indeed decided to run for the FIGC presidency, as the current holder of the position, Gabriele Gravina, made up his mind and will vie for his third term.

Alessandro Del Piero didn’t shy away from the chatter about being a candidate to helm the FIGC, the Italian Football Association.

Del Piero Discusses Potential Run to Preside the FIGC

November 28, 2024 Enrico Passarella FSGC, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri

Alessandro Del Piero didn’t shy away from the chatter about being a candidate to helm the FIGC, the Italian Football Association, but suggested there weren’t the conditions for him to do it openly yet: "Somebody needs to propose me."

The FIGC, the Italian Football Association, will elect its new president on February 3rd, and Alessandro Del Piero is considering running for the position.

Del Piero Mulling Whether to Run for FIGC Presidency

November 25, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, FIGC, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

The FIGC, the Italian Football Association, will elect its new president on February 3rd, and Alessandro Del Piero is considering running for the position. Current president Gabriele Gravina, who's been at the helm since 2018, is still on the fence.

Del Piero has flown to Saudi Arabian capital of Riyadh to sign as Al-Nassr’s next sporting director. The former Juventus captain is all for it as well.

Juventus Icon Hints at Potential Turin Reunion

September 20, 2024 Marko Vrakela Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A

Alessandro Del Piero parted ways with Juventus in 2012, but he has forever stayed in the hearts of all Bianconeri supporters. Twelve years after leaving Turin, the 49-year-old has hinted at a potential return to the club, where he spent 19 years during his illustrious playing career.

Juventus have decided to make Kenan Yildiz their new no.10. The legendary number belonged to Paul Pogba last season, who almost never wore it.

Kenan Yildiz Enters Juventus Folklore with PSV Screamer

September 18, 2024 Marko Vrakela Champions League, Juventus, Serie A

Kenan Yildiz grabbed the headlines as Juventus picked apart PSV Eindhoven to get their Champions League campaign off to a flyer. The Turin powerhouse routed the Dutch champions 3-1 on the back of the teenager's incredible opening goal.

Juventus might ultimately stand pat if they don’t find a strong midfielder for cheap and simply adapt Kenan Yildiz to the position.

Yildiz Agent Dishes on Recent Goal and Juventus Future

December 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Hector Peris Ros, the representative of Kenan Yildiz, addressed his break-out goal and his Juventus plans in an interview: “He came here to score in that fashion, and especially win titles, the Golden Boy and the Champions League with the Bianconeri."

Alessandro Del Piero has praised Inter for their development over the past season, pointing out the presence of newcomer Marcus Thuram as pivotal.

Juventus Icon Del Piero Praises Rivals Inter and Thuram

October 31, 2023 Akhil Fisher Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Alessandro Del Piero has praised Inter for their development over the past season, pointing out the presence of newcomer Marcus Thuram as pivotal. The Juventus icon couldn’t help but point out the Nerazzurri’s capabilities, with Thuram at the forefront of attack alongside Lautaro Martinez.

Alessandro Del Piero dished on vast football-related topics but dribbled past the queries about his potential Juventus future in an interview.

Del Piero Carefully Skirts Questions on Juventus Return

October 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Alessandro Del Piero dished on vast football-related topics but dribbled past the queries about his potential Juventus future in an interview: "“Considering my journey and all the years and joys we shared even in the darkest times in Serie B, we built a special relationship. Nineteen are really many."

Al-Nassr Set to Welcome Del Piero as New Sporting Director

October 6, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Del Piero has flown to Saudi Arabian capital of Riyadh to sign as Al-Nassr’s next sporting director. The former Juventus captain is all for it as well and is prepared to listen to the club’s proposal. The 2006 World Cup winner is yet to return back to football since hanging up his boots in 2015.

Juventus icon Alessandro Del Piero has heaped praise on Jude Bellingham for his impact at Real Madrid, as he helped dismantle Napoli in the 3-2 away win.

Why Did Bellingham Snub Juventus for Dortmund Transfer?

October 4, 2023 Akhil Fisher Borussia Dortmund, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

Jude Bellingham could have well been a Bianconeri before moving to Real Madrid this summer on a bumper contract. Incidentally, Juventus icon Alessando Del Piero had praised the talent just earlier for his exploits against Napoli.

Del Piero Lauds Bellingham After MOTM Display vs Napoli

October 4, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Real Madrid, Serie A

Juventus icon Alessandro Del Piero has heaped praise on Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham for his impact in the Spanish capital. The English midfielder played a pivotal role in the 3-2 UEFA Champions League win over Napoli at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, and Del Piero was full of praise.

Luciano Spalletti quickly cut to the chase and explained his decision to exclude captain Ciro Immobile for the two final Euro 2024 qualifiers.

Spalletti Pontificates in Front of a Few Familiar Faces

October 3, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Serie A, The Azzurri

Luciano Spalletti held one of his first lessons since becoming the Italy gaffer at the Coverciano training center, speaking to those who will begin studying to become either sports directors or coaches. “When this place needs me, I always say yes. I’ve learned a lot and spent a lot of time here."

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