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Francesco Ascione

FIR avvia la transizione per la nuova Direzione Sportiva con Ascione fino al 2027

09 Oct

FIR begins transition to new Sporting Directorate with Ascione until 2027

Sports Management, Italian Rugby Federation, Francesco Ascione, rugby, Six Nations, transition

The Italian Rugby Federation (FIR) has announced an agreement with Francesco Ascione, current Sporting Director, for a gradual transition ahead of his retirement on October 31, 2026. Ascione will continue in his role until the end of the 2027 Rugby World Cup, supporting the conclusion of the sporting cycle and ensuring continuity in the transition. At the same time, FIR President Andrea Duodo has begun the selection process for a new Head of Sporting Direction, identifying a profile suited to the future needs of Italian rugby. Duodo emphasized the importance of combining experience and innovation to address the challenges of…