According to Corriere dello Sport, UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin has warned all parties involved in disputes surrounding elections at the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) that political interference could undermine UEFA's confidence and that of its partners, and could jeopardize Italy's co-hosting of Euro 2032 with Turkey.

From October 6 to 10, Italy's Olympic Committee Executive Board (CONI) will review the legitimacy of Giovanni Malagò's election as FIGC president. Malagò secured 68.58% of votes in the June 22 election. The report notes that Malagò's opponents are attempting to find grounds to overturn the election results.

CONI President Giovanni Buonfiglio recently complained that journalists interviewed his predecessor before him, stating: "Don't make me wait here again; next time I'll simply leave." However, Sports Minister Andrea Abodi stated this is not a personal or political matter, and relevant issues will be assessed and resolved by CONI's Executive Board and National Council.

Mauro Berruto, former head coach of Italy's men's volleyball team and sports affairs director at the Democratic Party's national secretariat, told Corriere della Sera that the government and Minister Abodi clearly wish to place the FIGC under external administration. He believes the ruling majority is attempting to expand its influence, and interference in FIGC affairs represents another power grab.

At the European Club Association (ECA) General Assembly in Copenhagen, Čeferin stated that FIFA and UEFA have consistently insisted on the independence of national football associations. He expressed hope that relevant bodies will make decisions as soon as possible in accordance with sports regulations, adding that escalation of the institutional crisis benefits no one.

Regarding Euro 2032, Čeferin said that as co-organizer of the tournament with Turkey, Italy bears special responsibility. Maintaining the independence of sports organizations is crucial, and any political interference could undermine UEFA's and other partners' confidence, which would damage Italian football and the tournament.

The report also notes that International Olympic Committee (IOC) headquarters considers challenging Malagò's election as FIGC president an affront to an IOC member. Malagò previously led CONI for 12 years; the report cites a list of 140 Olympic medals, including 35 gold, 46 silver, and 59 bronze, won during his tenure.

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