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Italy Names Roberto Mancini: What Sparked the Managerial Chaos?

July 28, 2026July 28, 2026grace

“This is a four-year project designed to carry us through to the 2030 World Cup, with a European Championship taking place during that period,” Malago said while confirming the appointments of Maldini and Leonardo. However, that project survived for barely more than two weeks, as tensions grew following several unsuccessful attempts to fill key positions. […]

Jermain Defoe: Former England forward steps down from Woking managerial role after four-month stint

July 24, 2026grace

Jermain Defoe, the one-time England forward, called his debut role in management a “revealing” chapter after leaving Woking of the National League, having overseen only six league matches across a four-month spell. The 43-year-old took over from Neal Ardley in March and secured victories in two of those half-dozen fixtures, steering the side to a […]