Italy struggles under Mancini in Nations League loss to Belgium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 7:45 AM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026
Italy lost 0-2 to Belgium in their Nations League opener under Roberto Mancini on September 26 at the Olimpico. The defeat marked a disappointing start to Mancini’s second tenure as national team coach, with his side facing criticism for their performance. Goals from Godts and Lukebakio secured victory for Belgium, while an altercation occurred between Romelu Lukaku and Gianluigi Donnarumma after the match. Italy next faces Turkey on Monday, September 29.
- •Italy lost 0-2 to Belgium on September 26.
- •Roberto Mancini begins his second term with a defeat.
- •Donnarumma was notable despite the loss.
- •Italy will play Turkey next on September 29.
- •An altercation occurred between Lukaku and Donnarumma post-match.
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