Roberto Mancini has been appointed as the new head coach of the Italy national football team, after the federation rejected Andrea Pirlo's candidacy, according to N12 reporter Ben Goldfriend. Claudio Ranieri has been appointed as sporting director, replacing Paolo Maldini who resigned.
The Italian Football Federation has appointed Roberto Mancini as head coach of the national team and Claudio Ranieri as sporting director, N12 reporter Ben Goldfriend reports. The appointment follows the rejection of Andrea Pirlo's candidacy for the coaching role. Ranieri replaces Paolo Maldini, who resigned as sporting director. No further details on contract terms were provided.
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