Pirlo no longer in running for coach role over betting ties Paolo Maldini only appointed technical director on 11 July Paolo Maldini and Leonardo have reportedly resigned from their roles with the Italian football federation in the wake of Andrea Pirlo’s appointment as Italy head coach falling th...
Source: [Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jul/27/andrea-pirlo-out-of-running-for-italy-job-but-defends-deal-with-russian-betting-firm)