Italian football has plunged into a state of total turmoil following a wave of high-profile resignations. Legend Gianluigi Buffon has officially stepped down from his role in the Italian Football Federation, adding to the woes of the struggling national side. Reports suggest that the head coach’s exit is also imminent as the team continues to face a nightmare run on the field.

In addition to Buffon, the President of the Italian Football Federation has also tendered his resignation. However, he has been summoned by a parliamentary committee to explain the current disastrous state of the country’s football infrastructure. This mass exodus of top officials marks one of the darkest chapters for the former World Champions, leaving fans and experts wondering if the glory days of the Azzurri are permanently over.