Roberto Mancini reappointed as Italy head coach

Roberto Mancini has been reappointed as head coach of the Italy men’s national football team, returning to a role he previously held from 2018 to 2023. The decision comes after Italy’s historic failure to qualify for the 2022 World Cup, prompting the Italian Football Federation to seek a familiar figure capable of restoring confidence ahead of the upcoming Euro 2024 qualifying campaign.

During his first tenure, Mancini guided Italy to victory at Euro 2020 and oversaw a period of relative stability before resigning following a series of inconsistent results. After his departure, interim coaches were unable to reverse the nation’s fortunes, leading the federation to reinstate Mancini with the objective of rebuilding the squad, integrating emerging talent, and securing qualification for forthcoming major tournaments.