Roberto Mancini has been appointed Italy's national team coach for a second time, bringing him back to one of the biggest jobs in international football. The move was announced Tuesday, with Giovanni Malago saying Mancini was the right choice for a team in need of a fresh lift.
Italy enter this new chapter under heavy pressure. The Azzurri have failed to reach the last three World Cups, a run that has deepened concern around one of the sport's traditional powers and intensified calls for a turnaround.
Mancini's return points to a familiar figure being trusted to restore direction and confidence. His task will be to rebuild momentum, improve results and help Italy recover its standing on the international stage after a prolonged period of disappointment.
The decision reflects the urgency around the national team as it tries to move beyond recent failures. With Mancini back in charge, attention will now shift to whether Italy can begin a meaningful revival and end its World Cup drought.
