President of the Italian Football Association: The league will not be adjusted for the play-offs. If it is eliminated, it means Italy does not deserve the World Cup

A few days ago, Italian Football Federation President Gravina responded to the possibility of adjusting a league schedule before the 2026 World Cup play-offs. Gravina didn't think the move was feasible.

■About adjusting the league schedule for the national team's play-offs

Gravina said: "Adjusting the league schedule for the national team's play-offs? We will not look for alternatives or shortcuts. I think the option of postponing or suspending the league is not feasible. We are preparing for a training camp independently. Currently in Serie A Less than 25% of the players are qualified for the national team, and the head coach can continue to observe them in the next few months. We may conduct a training camp in mid-February and try to be compatible with the club and international schedule."

Gravina said that the Italian team's performance in the play-offs will not affect the fate of the Football Association.

Gravina said: "There are democratic principles in our system, and I am relatively optimistic. If you are eliminated and lose, it means you are not worthy of going to the World Cup. No matter who the opponent is, the result is the same. We can no longer say 'it doesn't matter if we are out'."

■About the World Cup qualifying rules

Gravina said: "The rules are open and clear, and there is no need to look for any abnormalities. Of course, if the ranking system can have some impact, that might be better."

"Italy's inability to enter the World Cup is damaging to our image, and the same is true for the World Cup organizers, because in our country, football There is huge attention. Why can't Italy enter the World Cup? Because it doesn't win. The football environment we are in now is different from the past, and many situations were unimaginable before."

■ Regarding the World Cup play-off semi-finals with Northern Ireland

Gravina said: "The key is to score, the key is to win. I believe we will face our opponents with enough determination."

■ Regarding the stadium that may host Italy's next game

Gravina said: "Our idea is Bergamo, which we have mentioned before."

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