Ex-Italy coach Roberto Mancini named new Saudi Arabia supervisor

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Just a fortnight after his departure from the helm of the Italian nationwide workforce, Roberto Mancini has swiftly transitioned into his new position as the pinnacle coach of Saudi Arabia’s soccer squad.

The 58-year-old tactician, celebrated for steering Italy to a convincing victory in Euro 2020 by clinching a hard-fought win in opposition to England through a penalty shootout at Wembley Stadium, is now set to embark on a recent chapter in his illustrious managerial profession.

Under Mancini’s steering, the Italian squad launched into a outstanding 37-game unbeaten streak, etching their names into the annals of sports activities historical past with a world-record feat. Yet, regardless of this unprecedented achievement, the workforce’s aspirations have been quelled as they did not safe a berth within the much-anticipated 2022 World Cup.

Eager to embrace his new endeavor, Mancini has put pen to paper on a contract that binds him to the Saudi Arabian workforce till the 12 months 2027. His inaugural problem on the helm of the Saudi squad is ready to unfold on the eighth of September, as his fees lock horns with Costa Rica in a match slated to happen at St James’ Park in Newcastle.

“This presents an exciting prospect for me – an opportunity to immerse myself in the realm of football within a novel nation, particularly given the surging popularity of the sport across the Asian continent,” remarked Mancini, exuding enthusiasm for the journey forward. He additional emphasised the potential for growth inside Saudi Arabia’s nationwide soccer area, buoyed by the presence of distinguished gamers inside the Saudi Pro League.

At the Qatar World Cup, Saudi Arabia orchestrated a startling upset beneath the stewardship of former head coach Herve Renard. They triumphed over the eventual champions, Argentina, securing a shocking 2-1 win. However, regardless of this coup, the Saudi workforce discovered themselves stymied inside the group phases of the match.

Mancini, who beforehand guided Manchester City to their maiden Premier League title in 2012, brings with him a wealth of managerial expertise garnered by his tenures at golf equipment similar to Fiorentina, Lazio, Inter Milan, Galatasaray and Zenit St Petersburg.