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Roberto Mancini

Roberto Mancini — Italy national team manager, reappointed in July 2026 after previous tenure winning FA Cup and Premier League title at Manchester City.

2026-06-082026-10-28

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  1. July 2026
  2. The Chronicle

    … Another former Manchester City manager, Roberto Mancini – who guided Italy to Euro 2020 glory five years ago – and former midfielder Andrea Pirlo, who manages Dubai United, are also being considered for the role. …

    Italy could make financial ‘exceptions’ for Guardiola
  3. Joy Online

    … Another former Manchester City manager, Roberto Mancini – who guided Italy to Euro 2020 glory five years ago – and former midfielder Andrea Pirlo, who manages Dubai United, are also being considered for the role. …

    Italy could make financial ‘exceptions’ for Guardiola
  4. June 2026
  5. Joy Online

    … Renard was in charge from 2019 to 2023 and oversaw that famous win over Argentina at the Qatar World Cup but broke football’s “never go back” rule in October 2024, succeeding his successor Roberto Mancini who never looked like the right fit. …

    Saudi Arabia World Cup 2026 team guide

Wednesday 7 October

  1. Olise scores twice as France beats Belgium in Nations League

    France scored four goals in the final 13 minutes to beat Belgium in the Nations League, with Bayern Munich's Michael Olise netting twice. Zinedine Zidane maintained his unbeaten start as France topped Group A1 with 10 points from four games.

    7 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 5 October

  1. Olise scores twice as France rally past Belgium in Nations League

    France scored four goals in the final 13 minutes to overcome Belgium 4–1 in a Nations League match under Zinedine Zidane. Michael Olise scored twice in the comeback, while Rayan Cherki and Desire Doue also contributed, with France topping Group A1 on 10 points.

    5 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 2 October

  1. France faces Italy in UEFA Nations League Group 1

    France and Italy meet in a UEFA Nations League League A Group 1 fixture on Friday in Paris. Both teams won their second game earlier in the week, with France enjoying a flawless start under new manager Zinedine Zidane, while Italy bounced back from a defeat to Belgium with a 4-1 win over Turkey.

    2 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

Tuesday 29 September

  1. Mancini dismisses Manchester City double contract allegations

    Former Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has dismissed allegations of a "double contract" arrangement, saying the matter is "not my concern" after City was found guilty of breaching the majority of 115 financial regulation charges brought by the Premier League, including 14 allegations of failing to provide accurate details about player and manager payments between 2009-10 and 2017-18.

    29 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Mancini dismisses allegations of double contract at Manchester City

    Former Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has dismissed allegations of a "double contract" following the club's conviction on the majority of 115 financial regulation breaches by the Premier League, saying the matter is "not my concern" and not an issue that concerns him.

    29 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  3. Mancini dismisses double-contract allegations against Manchester City

    Roberto Mancini, now Italy manager, said allegations of a "double contract" during his time at Manchester City are "not my concern" after the club was found guilty of breaching the majority of 115 financial rules charges brought by the Premier League, including 14 instances of failing to provide accurate payment details from 2009–10 to 2017–18.

    29 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  4. Mancini denies concern over City payment breach allegations

    Roberto Mancini, current Italy manager, said allegations of a "double contract" during his time as Manchester City manager are "not my concern" after the club was found guilty of 114 of 115 Premier League financial rule breaches. Mancini was City manager for three and a half years during which he won the FA Cup in 2011 and the club's first top-flight title in 44 years in 2012.

    29 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 28 September

  1. Mancini wins first match as Italy manager in Nations League

    Roberto Mancini earned his first win since returning as Italy manager in September, defeating Turkey in a Nations League match after suffering a home loss to Belgium on Friday. Italy built a three-goal first-half lead through goals from Alessandro Bastoni, Davide Frattesi, and Michael Kayode.

    28 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Mancini dismisses double-contract concerns after City guilty finding

    Roberto Mancini, the current Italy manager, said an alleged "double contract" during his tenure as Manchester City manager is "not my concern" after the club were found guilty of breaking the majority of financial rules they were accused of breaching, including 14 instances of failing to provide accurate details for player and manager payments from 2009–10 to 2017–18.

    28 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 27 September

  1. Manchester City players' errors cost England against Spain

    England lost 3-2 to Spain at Wembley, with errors by Manchester City players Marc Guehi and Nico O'Reilly contributing to Spain's goals. The match came a day after City were found guilty of breaking Premier League financial rules, prompting speculation from pundits whether the verdict distracted City players in England's squad.

    27 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Manchester City chairman vows to prove innocence after guilty verdict

    Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak said the club remains confident of proving its innocence after being found guilty of the vast majority of 115 Premier League financial rule breaches, mostly involving inflated sponsorship revenue from connected companies and off-the-books payments. Al Mubarak said the Premier League process still has a long way to run and City will appeal, though sanctions are yet to be announced.

    27 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 11 August

  1. Guardiola nearly took Italy manager role before declining

    Pep Guardiola came close to accepting the Italy national team manager position and even drafted line-ups, but ultimately rejected it due to exhaustion, according to Italian Football Federation technical director Paolo Maldini. Roberto Mancini was instead appointed to the role.

    11 August 2026 · The Chronicle →

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Maldini, Leonardo resign from Italy Federation after Pirlo plan falls through

    Paolo Maldini and Leonardo have resigned from their roles with the Italian Football Federation after Andrea Pirlo withdrew as a coaching candidate due to opposition over his commercial ties to a Russian betting company. The departures, coming just 16 days after Maldini's appointment, leave the federation without a clear national team strategy following Italy's failure to qualify for a third successive World Cup.

    29 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Mancini returns as Italy coach; Ranieri named technical director

    Roberto Mancini will return for a second spell as Italy national team coach, replacing Gennaro Gattuso who left in April following a World Cup qualifying defeat, while Claudio Ranieri will take over as technical director. The appointment came after Pep Guardiola turned down the role and Andrea Pirlo's candidacy was blocked due to ties to a Russian betting firm.

    29 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  3. Mancini reappointed Italy manager after Pirlo withdraws

    Roberto Mancini has been appointed Italy manager for a second time, a day after Andrea Pirlo withdrew from the position due to controversy over ties to a Russian betting company and Paolo Maldini resigned as technical director. Claudio Ranieri will replace Maldini in the role.

    29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Mancini reappointed Italy manager after Pirlo withdraws

    Roberto Mancini has been reappointed Italy manager a day after Andrea Pirlo withdrew from the running due to controversy over his ties to a Russian betting company, and Paolo Maldini resigned as technical director. Claudio Ranieri will replace Maldini in the role.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 27 July

  1. Pirlo withdraws from Italy coaching role amid Russian betting firm row

    Andrea Pirlo has withdrawn as a candidate to coach the Italian national football team following backlash over his ties to Russian betting company Fonbet and appearances alongside pro-Kremlin figures. The controversy also prompted two senior Italian Football Federation officials, Paolo Maldini and Leonardo, to resign.

    27 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Guardiola declines Italy coaching role to take break

    Pep Guardiola has turned down the vacant Italy coaching job, with sources indicating he intends to take "at least one year" out of football after leaving Manchester City. The Catalan coach wants to prioritize his personal life but remains open to international football roles in the future, as several nations have approached him.

    27 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Sunday 26 July

  1. Manchester City's Rodri to undergo back surgery Monday

    World Cup winner and Ballon d'Or recipient Rodri will have back surgery on Monday, new Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca confirmed. Maresca said Rodri needs recovery time before returning, and dismissed speculation about the midfielder moving to Real Madrid.

    26 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 24 July

  1. Italy approached Ancelotti before Guardiola for coaching role

    Italy's Football Federation approached Carlo Ancelotti, currently Brazil's manager, before holding talks with Pep Guardiola to fill the national team head coach position vacant since Gennaro Gattuso's resignation in April.

    24 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 23 July

  1. Italy could make salary exceptions to hire Guardiola

    Italian Football Federation president Giovanni Malago confirmed talks have been held with Pep Guardiola about becoming Italy head coach, and that financial exceptions could be made for his salary. Italy has been without a head coach since Gennaro Gattuso resigned in April following the country's failure to qualify for the World Cup.

    23 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Italy could make salary exceptions for Guardiola

    Pep Guardiola has held talks about becoming Italy head coach, Italian Football Federation president Giovanni Malago confirmed. Malago stated that financial exceptions could be made for the 55-year-old's salary, though he noted it is not certain the appointment will proceed.

    22 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 8 June

  1. Saudi Arabia appoints Georgios Donis for World Cup 2026

    Saudi Arabia fired head coach Hervé Renard in late April and replaced him with Greek winger Georgios Donis, who will select his squad without overseeing a game. Renard's second spell was underwhelming, and despite the tournament's expansion Saudi Arabia only narrowly qualified.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online →

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