Gabriele Gravina, the president of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC), has voiced his regret regarding his leadership, stating he feels 'bitter' about not achieving the results that fans expected. In an interview with Le Iene, he acknowledged that he may have stayed in his position too long, realizing that improvements were no longer possible. Gravina highlighted the disappointment stemming from Italy's failure to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup, despite significant achievements during his tenure, including securing co-hosting rights for Euro 2032 and winning the European Championship after 53 years. He emphasized the need for cultural change within Italian football, noting that around 70% of players in the league are foreign, limiting opportunities for domestic talent. Gravina also clarified that previous comments he made regarding other sports were misinterpreted, asserting his respect for athletes in all disciplines.