It was a mistake. Roberto Mancini regrets leaving the Italy national team
Roberto Mancini expressed regret over his decision to leave the Italy national team and join Saudi Arabia. He admitted that, if given the chance to turn back time, he would not make the same choice.
Details: After leading Italy to victory at Euro 2020 and being on track for qualification for Euro 2024, Mancini unexpectedly resigned in August 2023. Shortly after, he signed with Saudi Arabia.
Quote: "I wouldn't make that decision again. Technically and from a football perspective, being the coach of the Italy national team is the best job," the coach stated in an interview with the Italian program TG1.
Regarding rumors that he left for money, Mancini said that his career speaks for itself, advising those who don’t know him to look into his past.
Reminder: His time in Saudi Arabia was short-lived—his contract was terminated in October 2024 after 18 matches. Under his leadership, the team won 7 matches, drew 5, and lost 6.
There had been rumors of Mancini returning to Italy, particularly to Roma or Milan, but he denied these speculations, stating that no one had contacted him and that changes would happen when the time is right.
Alex Olise
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Translated by the editors
