'We always play looking for victory!' - Roberto Mancini sends clear message to France ahead of Nations League showdown
Italy head coach Roberto Mancini has expressed his commitment to an attacking strategy ahead of a high-stakes UEFA Nations League match against France. Despite squad depletion due to injuries and tactical exclusions, Mancini remains optimistic about his team's ability to compete.
Why it matters
The match represents a significant test for Italy's tactical evolution and squad depth against a top-tier European opponent.
Italy head coach Roberto Mancini has declared that his side will not take a backwards step when they travel to face France in a mouth-watering Nations League encounter. The Azzurri boss insists his team is built to attack regardless of the stature of their opposition as they look to build on their recent victory over Turkiye.
Mancini has laid down a marker ahead of Italy's high-stakes UEFA Nations League encounter against France, insisting that the Azzurri will never settle for a cautious approach. Italy opened their campaign with a disappointing 2-0 home defeat against Belgium before rebounding in style with an impressive 4-1 away victory over Turkiye , and the manager is now aiming to build momentum in Paris.
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