Ceferin: ‘Political interference’ in Italian football could ‘undermine UEFA trust’ ahead of Euro 2032

UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin warned that political interference in Italian football could undermine UEFA's trust ahead of Euro 2032. The statement follows reports that the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) could be placed under special administration. Giovanni Malagò, elected FIGC president in June, is reportedly likely to be removed by CONI due to lacking formal FIGC membership when running for office.

Ceferin stressed that FIFA and UEFA require federation autonomy and called on Italian sports institutions to resolve the institutional crisis swiftly. While declining to speculate on Euro 2032 co-hosting consequences, Ceferin highlighted Italy's responsibilities as a co-organizer and restated concerns regarding the country's football infrastructure and stadium developments.