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Silvio Baldini praises Andrea Barzagli's coaching potential

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 10:20 AM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Silvio Baldini praises Andrea Barzagli's coaching potential

Summary

Italy U21 head coach Silvio Baldini expressed confidence in assistant coach Andrea Barzagli's future in management. Baldini remarked on Barzagli's humility and talent during an interview after Italy U21's qualification for the upcoming U21 Euros. He stated that Barzagli, a former Juventus and Italy defender, has the capability to excel if given the right support, particularly from a strong sporting director. Barzagli, who is 45, is recognized for his illustrious playing career, winning multiple Serie A titles and the 2006 World Cup.

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By the Numbers

•Silvio Baldini praises Andrea Barzagli's coaching ability.
•Barzagli is assistant coach for Italy U21.
•Italy U21 qualified for the European Championship next year.
•Barzagli won multiple Serie A titles and the 2006 World Cup.

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10:20 AMYahoo Sports — He’ll be a ‘great’ coach: High praise for ex-Juventus and Italy defender Barzagli

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Italy U21 boss Silvio Baldini predicts his assistant Andrea Barzagli, a former Juventus and Italy defender, is ‘truly’ talented and ‘will have a great career as a coach, if he finds a good sport...
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