Mancini regrets Saudi Arabia: Wouldn't make this decision again!

Mancini regrets Saudi Arabia: Wouldn't make this decision again!

The former coach of the Italian national team, Roberto Mancini, is disappointed with his move to the Saudi Arabian national team and clearly states: "I would not make this decision again." This step, which caused waves in the football world, took place after his impressive success at the European Championship 2021, where he led Italy to the title. In August 2023 he surprisingly resigned from his post in Italy and took over the coaching office in Saudi Arabia, which, however, ended after only 14 months, as the Krone reported.

his commitment to Saudi Arabia proved to be challenging; Mancini was only able to achieve seven victories, five draws and six defeats. After the separation in October 2024, he said: "Both sides were unhappy." The 60-year-old emphasizes that the role of the coaching office in the Italian selection is the highest level and that he really appreciates this position. Mancini commented on his financial compensation of 20 million euros, which is repeatedly said to him despite previous dementia: "My story speaks for itself." This came to light when he portrays the change abroad as purely football-based, as also the