Roberto Mancini to be named Italy head coach for second time, source says
Summary
Roberto Mancini is expected to become the Italy national football team coach again, replacing Gennaro Gattuso after Italy failed to qualify for the World Cup. Mancini previously led Italy to win the European Championship in 2021 and has experience managing top clubs like Manchester City.Key Facts
- Mancini will take over as Italy's national team coach for the second time.
- Gennaro Gattuso resigned in April after Italy missed the World Cup for the third time in a row.
- Italy is a four-time World Cup champion.
- Football Federation President Giovanni Malago confirmed Mancini’s appointment at a recent meeting.
- Mancini led Italy in 58 games during his first coaching period.
- He has managed major clubs including Inter Milan, Fiorentina, and Manchester City.
- Former technical director Paolo Maldini and adviser Leonardo resigned after Andrea Pirlo’s possible appointment was blocked due to links with a Russian betting company.
- Pep Guardiola was the first choice for the role but declined the job.
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