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Italian FA Names Gianfranco Zola Youth Projects Coordinator

8/6/2026

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The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) appointed former player Gianfranco Zola as coordinator of youth projects.
FIGC President Giovanni Malagò said Zola will revitalize youth development programmes from academies to the Under-21 level.
Zola will keep his First Vice President role at Lega Pro and work with Maurizio Viscidi to strengthen youth teams.
Lega Pro President Matteo Marani praised the appointment, citing Zola’s record of promoting young players in Serie C.

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The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) appointed former player Gianfranco Zola as coordinator of youth projects.
FIGC President Giovanni Malagò said Zola will revitalize youth development programmes from academies to the Under-21 level.
Zola will keep his First Vice President role at Lega Pro and work with Maurizio Viscidi to strengthen youth teams.
Lega Pro President Matteo Marani praised the appointment, citing Zola’s record of promoting young players in Serie C.