Italy’s Interim Coach Calls for Structural Overhaul After World Cup Exit

At a press conference before the first training session, Baldini accused Italian football administrators of prioritising personal interests over the sport’s development. He warned against setting unrealistic managerial targets and urged the federation to appoint a capable coach who can rebuild the national setup. realschule-moosburg.de

With the Azzurri set to face Luxembourg and Greece in upcoming friendlies, Baldini criticised the current system of trading older players and called for a focus on youth development. He dismissed high‑profile names such as Guardiola and Fabregas as unattainable, insisting that Italy has sufficient skilled coaches to restore the team’s identity.