FIGC

FIGC, Federazione Italiana Giuoco Calcio, is the national governing body of football in Italy. It administers the sport at all levels, from the national teams to domestically organized competitions, including the Italy men’s and women’s senior and youth teams, and the Coppa Italia. The federation sets rules on eligibility, disciplinary matters, coaching qualifications, and refereeing standards, and it promotes development programs for youth and grassroots football. It oversees the organization of the national league system in coordination with the leagues that run Serie A, Serie B, and Serie C under the FIGC umbrella.

The FIGC is a member of FIFA and UEFA, and it has representation in the Italian Olympic Committee (CONI). It is governed by a president and a national council with delegates from regional federations. The federation has historically influenced Italian football through regulatory decisions and investment in infrastructure, coaching, and youth pipelines.

Founded in 1898, the FIGC joined FIFA in 1904 and UEFA in 1954. The federation was involved in the Calciopoli scandal of 2006, which led to sanctions against clubs and officials and major governance reforms. In recent years, the FIGC has focused on rebuilding credibility, promoting women’s football, and expanding youth participation, while continuing to manage Italy’s participation in international competition.