Manlio Scopigno Awards honor top Italian football figures

The 25th edition of the Manlio Scopigno and Felice Pulici National and International Awards was held at the CONI Hall of Honor in Rome. The ceremony honors excellence in football, emphasizing values such as loyalty, fair play, and social responsibility.

Key recipients included Cristian Chivu and Cesc Fàbregas, who shared the award for Best Serie A Coach. Massimiliano Alvini was named Best Serie B Coach, while Giovanni Stroppa also received honors in the Serie B coaching category. Other notable winners included Donyell Malen as Best Serie A Player, Lautaro Martinez as Best Serie A Forward, and Mile Svilar as Best Serie A Goalkeeper.

The event also presented special awards to figures such as Rino Gattuso and Marco Materazzi for their contribution to Italy's global image through sport.