Giovanni Malagò is elected president of the Italian soccer federation (FIGC) following an election held on Monday. According to reports, Malagò, who previously led the Milan Cortina Olympics organizing committee, wins the vote with 68.58% of the ballots. His main opponent was former FIGC president Giancarlo Abete, who receives 29.17% of the votes, with no other candidates reported in the race. Malagò’s election comes amid ongoing difficulties facing the federation, described by outlets as “crisis-laden.” One of Malagò’s first priorities is appointing a new coach for Italy’s national team. The election results establish a clear mandate for Malagò, who defeats Abete by a wide margin. The reports do not indicate further details about the federation’s specific issues beyond the general characterization of being in crisis, nor do they describe changes to FIGC’s broader leadership beyond the presidential transition.