"Italy's triumph in the 2006 World Cup was expected to usher in a new era for Italian football, but nearly two decades later, the situation is dire."
"The Azzurri's failure to qualify for the 2018 and 2022 World Cups puts them on the brink of missing three consecutive tournaments, a historic low."
"Gennaro Gattuso's appointment as manager has been met with skepticism, as his previous managerial record does not suggest he is an elite tactician."
Italy's football success peaked with the 2006 World Cup victory, but the team now risks missing three consecutive tournaments after failing to qualify for Russia 2018 and Qatar 2022. Despite winning the Euros in 2020, this was an exception in a challenging period. The qualifying campaign has been tumultuous, marked by the dismissal of manager Luciano Spalletti after a defeat to Norway. Gennaro Gattuso's unexpected appointment as his successor raises concerns about his tactical abilities, as he is seen as lacking elite-level managerial experience.
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