The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has confirmed that it will make a bid for the country to host Euro 2016.
Reuters reports that FIGC president Giancarlo Abete said on Monday, “Italy will present its declaration of interest for the 2016 European championships by [the deadline of] March 9,” adding that the decision had been taken following consultations with the government.
“Italy is interested because we cannot shun the challenge of major international events and because we must start virtuous circles that give hope to our football,” Abete told Italian broadcaster Rai radio yesterday.
Italy was beaten by Poland and Ukraine having bid to host Euro 2012.
