Gianluigi buffon has announced his resignation from the italian national team. This news was reported by Gazeta Express on April 2, 2026, at 5:04 PM. The iconic italian goalkeeper has stepped down from his role as head of the italian national team delegation.
This decision follows the departure of Gabriele Gravinas from his position as president of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC). Significant changes have impacted the structure of the italian national team. Following Gravinas’ resignation, buffon has also chosen to leave.
Furthermore, coach Gennaro Gattuso is anticipated to face a comparable outcome. These departures occur in the wake of the devastating defeat to Bosnia and Herzegovina via penalty in the World Cup qualifying final. This result led to italy’s absence from the World Cup for the third consecutive time, a truly dramatic outcome.
buffon expressed his feelings in a detailed statement released on Instagram. The situation highlights the considerable challenges facing the italian national team currently. The ongoing restructuring and key personnel changes underscore the need for a fresh approach moving forward.
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Gianluigi Buffon has declared his exit from the Italian national squad due to the unsuccessful qualification for the World Cup.