Luciano Spalletti Sacked as Italy Coach After Norway Defeat

MILAN: Luciano Spalletti has been sacked from his role as Italy’s coach, the manager said on Sunday, following its heavy loss against Norway, but will take charge of Monday’s game with Moldova. Spalletti made the announcement at a press conference after Norway stunned Italy with a 3-0 win on Friday, handing the visitors a humiliating start to its World Cup qualifying campaign.

“Last night we were very together with president (Gabriele) Gravina. He told me that I will be relieved of my position as coach of the national team,” Spalletti said.

“I had no intention of giving up. I would have preferred to stay in my place and continue doing my job. I’ll be there tomorrow evening against Moldova, then we’ll resolve the contract.” Agencies

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