'It was like losing the woman of your life': Roberto Mancini apologises after dramatic Italy return
Roberto Mancini has apologised for the way he left Italy three years ago after officially returning as head coach of the crisis-hit national team, admitting his departure was "completely my fault" and promising to restore the Azzurri to their former glory.
The 61-year-old was reappointed as Italy coach following the team's failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup , marking the third consecutive edition the four-time champions missed. The humiliating playoff defeat to Bosnia and Herzegovina earlier this year triggered the resignations of federation president Gabriele Gravina and coach Gennaro Gattuso , leaving the national side searching for a fresh start.
The 61-year-old was reappointed as Italy coach following the team's failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup , marking the third consecutive edition the four-time champions missed. The humiliating playoff defeat to Bosnia and Herzegovina earlier this year triggered the resignations of federation president Gabriele Gravina and coach Gennaro Gattuso , leaving the national side searching for a fresh start.
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