FIGC President Gabriele Gravina has spoken out about the recent arrests of Inter and AC Milan ultras as part of an ongoing investigation in Milan. In a press conference following the Federal Council meeting, Gravina expressed concern about the impact on football while emphasizing the need for caution regarding potential consequences for the clubs involved.
Gravina began by acknowledging the damage to football’s image: “The world of football emerges wounded at a time when we are trying to regroup. These types of activities provide strong support for the need to expel and alienate from our world individuals who cannot be part of a spectacle primarily intended for families.”
The FIGC president stressed the importance of unity in addressing these issues: “Energies and forces must unite and aim in the same direction. It’s evident that the football world doesn’t have the tools of the police forces at its disposal, to whom we must be grateful for making our events more accessible.”
Gravina also highlighted the need for technological advancements in identifying problematic individuals: “We are available, and the use of technology in identifying subjects can no longer be postponed.”
When asked about potential risks for the clubs involved, Gravina urged caution: “I don’t know what risks the clubs face. The FIGC prosecutor has requested the files and will conduct their investigations, but I would be very cautious.”
