Guardiola in reported talks with Italy - would England come calling?
Summary
Pep Guardiola, former Manchester City manager, is reportedly in talks to become Italy’s national football team coach. Italy’s football officials, including Paolo Maldini, have met Guardiola, who previously played in Italy and speaks Italian fluently. Meanwhile, England’s coach Thomas Tuchel has support despite criticism after their World Cup loss.Key Facts
- The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has talked with Pep Guardiola about becoming Italy’s next coach.
- Paolo Maldini, Italy’s new technical director, and his advisor Leonardo met Guardiola in Barcelona for three days.
- Guardiola would be the second non-Italian coach of the Italian national team, the first since the 1960s.
- Guardiola played in Italy’s Serie A from 2001 to 2003 with Brescia and Roma.
- Italy missed qualifying for the 2026 World Cup after losing in a playoff and their coach Gennaro Gattuso left in April.
- England finished third in the recent World Cup but manager Thomas Tuchel faced criticism for tactical decisions.
- Former England captain Wayne Rooney said the Football Association might try to hire Guardiola if he becomes available.
- Guardiola won many trophies managing Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Manchester City, including six Premier League titles and the 2023 Champions League.
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