Anthony Di Pietro has resigned as a director of the Australian Professional Leagues amid continuing fallout in soccer from the contentious decision to sell the A-League grand finals to Sydney.
Melbourne Victory’s chairman Anthony Di Pietro has resigned as a director of the Australian Professional Leagues amid continuing fallout in soccer from the contentious decision to sell the A-League grand finals to Sydney for three years.
“My resignation was ultimately driven by the decision announced yesterday, that sees the next three grand finals being hosted in Sydney. In a statement on Tuesday, Di Pietro said he could no longer maintain his role as an APL Director and be able to freely advocate on behalf of Melbourne Victory.“While I know first-hand the decision by APL was made with a view to growing the game and creating financial sustainability for the league, the fan and member sentiment has been overwhelming and I cannot support maintaining a decision which is not in the best interests of the loyal Melbourne Victory faithful and football,” Di Pietro said.
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