Mancini back as Italy’s boss
The drama is over. After 16 days in charge, Italy’s technical director Paolo Maldini and his advisor Leonardo left their position when the first obstacle arrived – appointment of the new coach. Andrea Pirlo was the odd choice and when that wasn’t approved the duo left. Now, Italian football federation’s president turned to more ‘experienced duo’. A trio of Giovanni Malago, Roberto Mancini and Claudio Ranieri (technical director) with their combined 202 years of age was trusted to lead the Italian national football in the next four years.Roberto Mancini è il nuovo Commissario Tecnico della Nazionale 🇮🇹💙#Nazionale #Azzurri #VivoAzzurro pic.twitter.com/PioBpZX6TS— Nazionale Italiana ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (@Azzurri) July 28, 2026 Even though all Serie A presidents (apart from Lazio’s Lotito) were for Antonio Conte, Malago decided to appoint Mancini, who won the EURO 2020 with Italy, but also left the position in odd circumstances. His abrupt resignation as Italy coach in 2023 to take charge of Saudi Ar..