Roberto Mancini names 34-player Italy squad for Nations League matches

Roberto Mancini, returning as Italy's coach, has named a 34-player squad for the upcoming Nations League matches. The squad includes eight uncapped players, reflecting a generational shift. Italy faces Belgium, Turkey, and France in September and October. The team is in crisis after failing to qualify for the World Cup for a third consecutive time, leading to the resignations of the federation president and previous coach. Mancini, who left in 2023 for a Saudi contract, was rehired to rebuild the team. He defended his selection, emphasizing the need to integrate young talent for the future.