FIGC Commissioning: Capuano Praises Malagò, Sparks Social Media Firestorm

Giovanni Capuano, a journalist for Radio 24, commented on the FIGC's commissionamento on X, specifically addressing Giovanni Malagò, who was appointed as commissioner. Capuano expressed a strong endorsement of Malagò, calling him "the best Italian sports executive by far."

This assessment did not sit well with many users. Capuano's post saw a flood of critical comments, both regarding the commissionamento itself and the journalist's evaluation of Malagò.

One user responded, "This situation is truly absurd. And the best part is, for them, it's completely normal and correct. It surprises me that there are journalists who don't find what happened ridiculous."

Another user directly challenged Capuano, questioning his journalistic integrity: "Are you really doing journalism??? I'd call it attack journalism."

Criticism continued with comments like, "So, a disgraceful situation... and you're happy. Spectacular..."

Another user offered, "You have a strange idea of what's best... especially when it comes to honesty."

One comment alluded to a famous quote: "Well done Capuano, 'If we want everything to stay as it is, it is necessary that everything changes.'"

Other users focused their criticism directly on Malagò's appointment, stating, "Even if he were, he shouldn't be appointed as commissioner. Rules and common sense trampled."

Another reaction read, "Confirms we're a land of children... zero credibility."

Some users expressed they expected a different conclusion from Capuano: "I thought you'd write 'That Italy continues to be the world's joke in sports and beyond,' but instead..."

Among the numerous critical responses, there were also harsh judgments on the entire affair: "It's a paradoxical and shameful Italian-style situation. But you journalists, who support this farce, are you telling the truth?"

A different user wrote, "It confirms only one thing: that Italian football is a joke, a joke that doesn't make you laugh, but pushes away the fans who still have hope."

Finally, another reply openly contested the journalist's appreciation: "I simply don't understand how you can appreciate such a mess."