Mancini asks despite poor series to support for the new generation of Italy

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Mancini asks despite poor series to support for the new generation of Italy

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Published:
11 september 2018 08:08
11-09-18 08:08

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11 september 2018 08:09
11-09-18 08:09

Although Italy, moderately performing, ask Robert Mancini the media and the fans to be lenient with the criticism and, especially, to stay positive for his relatively inexperienced team.

The four-time world champion started the Nations League Friday with a disappointing draw against Poland (1-1) and lost Monday with a 1-0 from Portugal. The first five international matches in may appointed Mancini earned only one victory.

“It is no problem when criticism is on me, but my players have only positive criticism. Some of them are still young and just starting. They need support,” said Mancini after the match in Portugal.