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Today is a day of significant change for the Azzurri. Following the exits of Paolo Maldini, Leonardo, and Andrea Pirlo, the FIGC, directed by Giovanni Malagò, has developed a new institutional and technical structure to revitalize Italian soccer. Roberto Mancini has been appointed Head Coach of the national team, while Claudio Ranieri has been appointed Technical Director and President of Club Italia. At the age of 74, "Don Claudio" represents the perfect combination of balance, charisma and experience to manage a complex period marked by the disappointment of Italy's recent failures to qualify for the World Cup. His role will not be to select the team, but to establish a shared working method. Together with Maurizio Viscidi, Ranieri will coordinate the youth national teams to develop the country's best future talents. Malagò clarified the appointment procedure and denied any communication with Giorgio Chiellini out of respect for the Serie A teams. With Gabriele Oriali about to take over as team manager, the FIGC is looking for players that have a strong identity and worth. A joint press conference will be held on Wednesday at 6:20 PM, marking the beginning of a new chapter for Ranieri, who is no longer on the bench but at the heart of the Azzurri enterprise.
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