Gravina in Antimafia, the president of the FIGC heard on the ultras case and links with the clubs

This morning, at Palazzo San Macuto, the hearing of the president of the Figs, Gabriele Gravina, At the Anti-Mafia Commission, focusing on the phenomenon of crime in the stadium terraces.

An important opportunity to take stock of the measures adopted by the Federation to combat violence and illicit activities in the world of football, particularly in the most critical areas of Italian stadiums. Gravina illustrated the framework of the actions undertaken by the Figs in recent years, including the adoption of a code of conduct and other targeted sanctions to combat violence and criminal infiltration.

The President stressed the importance of collaboration with the competent authorities and bodies to monitor and prevent these phenomena. During the hearing, the members of the Anti-Mafia Commission, including the coordinator Walter Verini and the deputies Cantalamessa, Melchiorre e Ship, asked questions that broadened the debate.

In particular, attention was focused on the transparency of football club balance sheets, a crucial topic to prevent any phenomena of Recycling which could negatively affect the stadium environment and the economic management of the clubs.

Another important point of discussion was the need for more severe and timely sanctioning measures to counter violence and infiltration by organised crime. Some members of the Commission have recalled the English model, characterized by strict regulations and severe penalties, as an example to follow to improve the management of the problem in Italy.

Another aspect highlighted during the hearing was the award to virtuous companies that implement good practices in terms of security and the fight against violence. It has been suggested that part of the proceeds from the legal betting to fund safety projects and support clubs that do their job properly.

A first step towards teamwork

Walter Verini commented to LaPresse on the outcome of the hearing, calling it “very useful” and an important step toward a series of future meetings. “We will continue with the Lega Dilettanti, then with the president of Coni Giovanni Malagò, and we have been given availability by the Anti-Mafia prosecutor Giovanni Melillo,” Verini said.

The Commission's objective Anti-mafia, added Verini, is of update the regulatory framework and propose concrete solutions to prevent and combat the phenomenon of crime in the stands and stadiums. Over the next few months, investigations will be deepened and further measures will be discussed with the provides, football club,Footballers' associations, arbitrators, And the personality who have conducted investigations on the subject.