Italian football updates: Lecce leadership changes and new league groupings

Various updates have been released regarding the 2026/2027 Italian football season across multiple amateur and professional levels.

In the professional sphere, U.S. Lecce has announced an extraordinary Board of Directors meeting for August 10 to ratify the resignation of Managing Director Sandro Mencucci. The club characterized the departure as part of the "physiological dynamics" of club life and stated they will not make further governance changes during the current transfer window. Fans have reacted with a mix of support for President Saverio Sticchi Damiani and concern regarding the leadership transition.

In the amateur leagues, the Lega Nazionale Dilettanti has confirmed the groups for Serie D, with Città di Anagni Calcio placed in Group G. Meanwhile, regional committees in Campania and Umbria have finalized their Eccellenza and Promozione compositions. In Modena, regional league calendars have been released, noting upcoming derby matches in September.

Additionally, in Rimini, local tourism consortia have pledged support for the rebirth of Rimini Calcio by purchasing 50 season tickets and distributing promotional items to signal economic confidence in the new club.