Roberto Mancini

Roberto Mancini, born on November 27, 1964, is an esteemed Italian football manager and former player, currently leading the Italy national team since 2018. His playing career is most notable for his tenure at Sampdoria, where he made over 550 appearances and was instrumental in securing the Serie A title, four Coppa Italia trophies, and the European Cup Winners' Cup. Mancini earned 36 caps for the Italian national team, participating in UEFA Euro 1988 and the 1990 FIFA World Cup, where Italy reached the semi-finals.

After a successful spell at Sampdoria, Mancini transferred to Lazio in 1997, adding another Serie A title and a UEFA Super Cup to his accolades, ultimately collecting a remarkable six Coppa Italia titles—tied for the most in history alongside Gianluigi Buffon. Transitioning to management in 2001 at Fiorentina, he quickly claimed a Coppa Italia title before moving to Lazio, where he secured another. Mancini's major breakthrough came at Inter Milan, where he won three consecutive Serie A titles from 2004 to 2008.

His managerial journey continued with a significant role at Manchester City, leading them to their first major trophy in 35 years with an FA Cup victory in 2011 and their first league title in 44 years in 2012. After stints at Galatasaray and a return to Inter, Mancini took charge of the Italian national team, culminating in a historic Euro 2020 win. Known for his ability to guide teams to cup success, Mancini has consistently reached the semi-finals of major cup competitions throughout his managerial career.