Caressa Criticizes Italy’s Failure: “Feels Like a Sci-Fi Movie”

Fabio Caressa exploded on Sky Sport 24 after Italy failed to qualify for the World Cup for a third time. He said the scene with federation officials still in place “feels like a sci-fi movie”.

In short, Caressa criticizes Italy’s failure and demanded sweeping change. His remarks focused on the federation’s leadership and direction.

Caressa’s attack on federation leadership

Caressa demanded accountability from Gravina and other leaders. He said a president who suffers two major failures cannot lead the next four-year term.

He compared expectations to those set by Abete and Tavecchio, who resigned after major setbacks. Caressa also referenced the earlier episode involving Mancini.

On reforms and youth policy

Caressa attacked the lack of real reform in Italian football. He called the youth reform “nonsense” and said it failed to produce results.

He warned that repeating the same choices will produce the same outcomes. The environment around the national team, he added, remains negative.

Resignations reportedly offered

Caressa said Gattuso and Buffon went to Gravina to offer their resignations. Gravina reportedly asked them to wait and reconsider, according to Caressa.

The journalist argued that if key figures do not step down, the system will not change. He said remaining in place after such failures is unacceptable.

Personal remarks and wider fallout

Caressa mentioned his son and nephew, who have never seen Italy at a World Cup. He framed the loss as a betrayal of future fans.

He compared the situation to any company where top figures would lose their jobs. Caressa called it indecent and reiterated that the scene “feels like a sci-fi movie”.

His comments aired live on Sky Sport 24 and drew widespread attention. Report by Filmogaz.com.