Mario Ceroli's 'Goal' sculpture in Rome left to decay

Mario Ceroli's public sculpture 'Goal', created for the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy, has been left in a state of severe neglect and decay. The 16-meter-tall, 35-ton pine wood and galvanized steel structure, originally installed near the Stadio Flaminio and Palazzetto dello Sport in Rome, has suffered from vandalism, lack of maintenance, and weather damage. Despite reports as early as 2017 and public outcry, the work remains in critical condition, surrounded by barriers, with its characteristic copper-red color faded. The sculpture, inspired by Leonardo da Vinci and Platonic solids, was originally located at EUR, featured on a 450-lira stamp, donated to the city of Rome, and relocated to Piazza Apollodoro in 2001. Possible solutions include restoration involving the artist, as done in 2011, or even demolition due to its proximity to a children's play area. The neglect also extends to the surrounding architectural landmarks by Pier Luigi Nervi.