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Italian Football Needs 16-Year-Overdue Reforms

Italian football must undergo long-delayed reforms with the next Federal President leading a necessary revolution, according to experts after recent tournament eliminations.

After years of patchwork solutions that haven't prevented eliminations against Sweden, North Macedonia, and Bosnia, Italian football requires comprehensive reforms 16 years overdue. The next Federal President should lead this necessary revolution rather than being just a temporary figurehead.

Key reforms include returning to technical fundamentals, modernizing facilities, shifting from 'winning mentality' to 'pursuit of growth,' giving Italians opportunities, and implementing tactical boldness at all levels. Unlike previous attempts, these changes must remain permanent rather than being forgotten after the next matchday or transfer signing.