ROME (Reuters) - Former Inter Milan and Manchester City coach Roberto Mancini was given the daunting task of rebuilding Italy's national side on Monday following their astonishing failure to qualify for the World Cup. The FIGC said it had "concluded an agreement with Roberto Mancini who will hold the position of coach of the national team." One of Mancini's first decisions will be whether to recall maverick striker Mario Balotelli, who he often clashed with when the pair were at Manchester City. Balotelli has not been called up by Italy since the 2014 World Cup. That was followed by a stint at big-spending Manchester City where he won one English Premier League and one FA Cup title in four seasons.

Source: The Star May 14, 2018 20:19 UTC