Former coaches of Milan and Roma, Fabio Capello, named Antonio Conte as the most worthy contender for the head coach position of the Italian national team.
Situation with the Italian National Team
The Italian national team failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after losing to Bosnia and Herzegovina in a penalty shootout in the playoff final. The match ended 1-1 in regular and extra time, after which the Bosnians won 4-1 on penalties.
Capello's Decision on the Coach
Capello stated that he had previously expressed his opinion in favor of Antonio Conte, noting that he performed very well in managing the national team. He also acknowledged Roberto Mancini as a strong specialist but emphasized that his departure from the team before the decisive matches is a serious incident that cannot simply be forgotten.
Consequences of the Defeat
Following this failure, the head coach of the Italian national team, Gennaro Gattuso, was suspended from his post.
