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Italy 0-2 Belgium: Mancini's return exposes how far the Azzurri have fallen
Italy had 56% of the ball and 21 shots, yet Belgium created almost double the expected goals and won 2-0 in Rome. Barella and debutant Romano were at fault for both goals, Tonali was anonymous and Calafiori was the only established outfield player to emerge with credit. Mancini's second spell starts with a colossal rebuilding job ahead.
27.09.26Opinion
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Mancini's second coming: Italy start again against Belgium
Three missed World Cups, a chaotic summer and a familiar face back in the dugout. Roberto Mancini begins his second spell as Italy coach against Belgium at the Olimpico, with nine new faces in his squad and a Nations League group that includes France. The result matters. The mood it sets might matter more.
25.09.26News