"I would have preferred to stay and do my job, especially when things aren't going well. However, if it's an exoneration, then I have to accept it."
"I have always seen this role as a service to the homeland, and I want to help the future of the national team."
Luciano Spalletti has been dismissed as the head coach of the Italy national football team amid disappointing World Cup qualification efforts, including a recent 3-0 defeat to Norway. With Italy struggling in Group I and at risk of missing the 2026 tournament, Spalletti's exit comes just before a crucial qualifier against Moldova. He expressed his disappointment at the decision during a press conference, emphasizing his commitment to the team and desire for improvement. The situation marks yet another setback for Italy, who last qualified for the World Cup in 2014.
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