UEFA have officially banned FIGC President Carlo Tavecchio for six months over his racist comments.
UEFA have officially banned FIGC President Carlo Tavecchio for six months over his racist comments.
The decision was announced today by the UEFA Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body and could prompt Tavecchio to step down as President of the Italian Football Federation.
“You do not comment on decisions, you follow and respect them,” declared Tavecchio.
“But this changes nothing regarding my position in the FIGC.”
He made the comments during an improvised speech in July, which saw several clubs withdraw their support, but he was still elected with a large majority.
“Mr. Tavecchio will be ineligible for any position as a UEFA Official for a period of six months starting from the communication of this decision.
“Mr. Tavecchio will not participate in the next UEFA Congress scheduled for 24 March 2015;
“Mr. Tavecchio will organize a special event in Italy aimed at increasing awareness and compliance with the principles of UEFA’s Resolution entitled European Football united against racism.”
The Italian Disciplinary Committee had analysed the same remarks, but ruled there was no need for further action.