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4 articles tagged "Russia".
Andrea Pirlo’s Russian Betting Ties Cost Him Italy Coaching Role
Andrea Pirlo was the frontrunner to become Italy's head coach but lost the opportunity due to backlash over his ambassadorship with Russian bookmaker Fonbet, with critics citing the company's ties to Russia after the 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Malagò Puts Brakes on Pirlo’s Italy Coaching Appointment Over Fonbet Ambassador Role
FIGC President Giovanni Malagò has suspended Andrea Pirlo's appointment as Italy head coach over legal concerns about his ambassadorial contract with Russian sportsbook operator Fonbet, a move complicated by Italy's sanctions against Russia and the federation's proposed betting levy.
Russia enacts penalties for accepting wagers from self-excluded players
Russian President Putin has signed a law imposing fines on gambling operators and officials who accept bets from self-excluded players, with penalties ranging from RUB 30,000 to RUB 500,000. The measure is part of a broader responsible gambling push that includes a nationwide self-exclusion register launching in September 2026, free addiction treatment, and new advertising rules.
Pirlo withdraws from Italy coaching race amid Fonbet backlash
Andrea Pirlo has ended his bid to coach Italy's national team after controversy over his ambassadorship for Russian betting firm Fonbet, with the FIGC dropping his candidacy due to legal and political pressures.