Maldini resigns as Italy technical director after just 16 days in role

Paolo Maldini has left his position as technical director of the Italian Football Federation after only 16 days, following the decision not to appoint Andrea Pirlo as Italy head coach. The departure marks a swift and turbulent end to Maldini's stint in the role. Maldini's exit leaves Italy's technical structure in disarray just weeks after his appointment, with the head coach position also unresolved.