Mancini to remain in charge of Italy after World Cup fiasco

According to multiple reports in Italy, Roberto Mancini will remain in charge of Italy despite their elimination from the World Cup play-offs.

The CT signed a contract extension until 2026 just weeks before the European Championship won by the Azzurri last summer. At that time, nobody would expect the Azzurri to miss out on a second World Cup in a row only nine months later.

FIGC President Gabriele Gravia said after Thursday’s loss with North Macedonia that he would not sack Mancini and according to La Gazzetta dello Sport and Il Corriere dello Sport newspapers, the coach will remain in charge of La Nazionale. The ex-Sampdoria star has reportedly decided not to step down from his position, so tomorrow’s game with Turkey should not be his last one on Italy’s dug-out.

Gazzetta wrote that although surprises are always on the cards, Mancini has taken his decision. The same goes for Corsport, who noted that there is a 99.9% chance Mancini doesn’t resign. The 57-year-old will hold a pre-match press conference today and will likely confirm his decision to remain in charge until 2026.