Italy appoint Claudio Ranieri as technical director, Roberto Mancini
Short overview
Italy have appointed Claudio Ranieri as technical director and Roberto Mancini as head coach. The decisions are final.
Italy have appointed Claudio Ranieri as their new technical director, with the decision confirmed. Roberto Mancini has been named as the new head coach.
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