Roberto Mancini Archives - Page 2 of 10

Sacchi Previews Juve, Inter and Napoli Ahead of Season Opener

August 18, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Managerial icon Arrigo Sacchi believes Juventus already have an advantage on their side, even before the season kicks off. He also shed light on Napoli’s chances of repeating their Scudetto exploits from the last campaign. The veteran gaffer also said his piece about Roberto Mancini leaving Italy.

FIGC is closing in on the appointment of Luciano Spalletti, and more details have emerged about the abrupt separation with Roberto Mancini.

More Backstories Pop Up Regarding Mancini Sudden Exit

August 18, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Serie A, The Azzurri

FIGC is closing in on the appointment of Luciano Spalletti, and, in the meantime, more details have emerged about the abrupt separation with Roberto Mancini. The coach cited the overhaul of his staff as the main reason. However, that wasn’t part of the first communications with the president beforehand.

Retegui was called up to play for Italy by Mancini, and the ex-Inter manager’s sudden farewell has caught many by surprise, including the Azzurri newcomer.

Retegui on Mancini’s Exit, Preferred Strikers and Beltran

August 15, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Transfer Market

Mateo Retegui was called up to the Italy national team by Roberto Mancini, and the ex-Inter and Manchester City manager’s sudden farewell has caught many by surprise, including the Azzurri newcomer: "His decision surprised me. When I found out, I sent the coach a message, thanking him for the trust."

Roberto Mancini suggested that his choice to step down from the Italy job wasn’t abrupt and was caused by frictions with federal president Gabriele Gravina.

Mancini Explains Decision to Leave the National Team

August 15, 2023 Enrico Passarella FIGC, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri

Roberto Mancini suggested that his choice to step down from the Italy job wasn’t abrupt and was caused by frictions with federal president Gabriele Gravina that were exacerbated by recent events in an interview: "I never hid and take all responsibility. I’ve always been correct over the years.”

Spalletti has given his yes to the Azzurri – now standing the chance to coach a national team for the first time in his career following Mancini's exit.

Napoli Clause Poses Obstacle for FIGC to Hire Spalletti

August 14, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Italy, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

With Roberto Mancini now out of the picture, the FIGC has probed Antonio Conte and Luciano Spalletti as potential successors to take over the helm as the Italy manager. Of the two, it is understood that the latter is in pole position to win the post.

Roberto Mancini is reportedly disappointed with the recent performances of the Azzurri and has started to ponder his future.

Saudi Arabia Make Enquiry About Ex-Italy Boss Roberto Mancini

August 13, 2023 Marko Vrakela Italy, Saudi Arabia, Serie A

Hours after Roberto Mancini's decision to leave the Italy job surfaced in the media, the 53-year-old's future has become a subject of wild speculation. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Saudi Arabia have quickly enquired about the tactician's availability.

At Inter, the Premier League top-flight addiction of Antonio Conte was not evident at first but started to show its true form by January

Italy Thinking Between Conte and Spalletti to Replace Mancini

August 13, 2023 Marko Vrakela Italian Football, Italy, Serie A

Roberto Mancini's decision to step down as the Italy national team boss caught the nation off guard on Sunday. The 53-year-old's resignation came out of the blue, forcing Gli Azzuri to seek an immediate replacement.

Italy will be back on the pitch in late March, as they will face England in a Euro 2024 qualifying match. Coach Roberto Mancini took stock of recent events.

Azzurri Coach Roberto Mancini Leaves Italy Job

August 13, 2023 Marko Vrakela Italian Football, Italy, Serie A

In a shocking development on Sunday, long-serving Italy boss Roberto Mancini has handed his resignation only ten months ahead of Euro 2024. According to Fabrizio Romano, the 58-year-old tactician left the national team, effective immediately, under unrevealed circumstances.

Italy manager Roberto Mancini has praised Mario Retegui for taking the bold step to move to Serie A, just months after earning his Azzurri call-up.

Mancini Pleased with Retegui’s Choice to Develop in Genoa

July 25, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Italy, Sampdoria, Serie A, Transfer Market

Italy manager Roberto Mancini has praised Mario Retegui for taking the bold step to move to Serie A, just months after earning his Azzurri call-up.

Raspadori Owes Rapid Development to Mancini and Napoli

July 13, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Napoli striker Giacomo Raspadori has hailed Italy manager Roberto Mancini as the person who inculcated awareness and mental agility to help guide him to the top.

Mancini Ahead of Spain Clash: “Always a Difficult Opponent”

June 15, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, Spain, Transfer Market

Roberto Mancini expects Spain to put up a strong fight despite their rebuilding phase following a golden generation. The Azzurri face La Roja in the UEFA Nations League second semi-final in Enschede, the winner of which will play Croatia in the final in Rotterdam on Sunday.

Casadei has been shining bright, helping Italy U20 reach the U20 World Cup final by scoring a crucial goal in the win against South Korea in the semi-final.

Mancini Heaps Praise on U20 World Cup Star Casadei

June 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Chelsea, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Cesare Casadei has been shining bright for Italy U20, helping them reach the U20 World Cup final in Argentina by scoring the opening goal in the 2-1 win against South Korea in the semi-final.

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