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Roberto Mancini aims to restore Italy's success in soccer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 6:19 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Roberto Mancini aims to restore Italy's success in soccer

Summary

Roberto Mancini was introduced as Italy's new head coach during a press conference on July 29. Mancini, who previously led Italy to victory in Euro 2020, expressed his ambition to win major trophies, particularly after the team's struggles in recent World Cups. He emphasized the need to trust and develop young talent for the national side. Mancini faces an early challenge as Italy prepares for a Nations League match against Belgium on September 25, followed by a game against Turkey and a matchup with France.

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By the Numbers

•Mancini replaces Gennaro Gattuso as Italy's head coach.
•Italy has not participated in a World Cup since 2014.
•Mancini's previous tenure included a 37-match unbeaten streak.
•His first match will be against Belgium on September 25.
•He aims to integrate young players into the national team.

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6:19 PMYahoo Sports — Mancini wants Italy back to trophy-winning ways

What they're saying

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Newly-appointed Italy coach Roberto Mancini said Wednesday he was dreaming of bagging a major trophy, the Azzurri having missed out on the last three World Cups.Mancini was speaking at his first press conference since being unveiled as successor to Gennaro Gattuso, who resigned as Italy coach after their World Cup qualification play-off final defeat by Bosnia and Herzegovina in March.
— Yahoo Sports

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