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Pirlo Comments on Betting Scandal
Andrea Pirlo issued an official statement to clarify his position amid the controversy surrounding his association with the Russian betting company "Fonbet" and his visit to Moscow in May 2026. This comes in the context of his nomination to coach the Italian national team after Ancelotti and Guardiola declined. Pirlo confirmed his commitment to the laws of the countries he has worked in and stated that the collaboration with the betting company was strictly limited to commercial and sporting activities in the UAE, denying any political or ideological intentions. This controversy adds to the complexities facing the Italian Football Federation and threatens its options for appointing a new coach, with the possibility of their sporting director Paolo Maldini resigning if the coaching contract falls through.
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