it should be noted that no foreign manager ever won a world cup. it should further be noted that Pep has only worked with clubs and at that, those in already good condition, building up on predecessors' success(at Bayern actually not even managing to do that). he's used to very pampered conditions and never really faced true adversity. and Italy does seem to have quite an identity crisis, since the style they have been associated with since 60s, the 'cattenaccio', is seen as unbecoming of a top team and doesn't lead to ultimate success(cue this last world cup final), but what is an alternative to it, in Italy's case, is not clear and i don't know if Pep is the one to find it
I think italy will be perfect. The expectation is so low that its low stress but italy has good pool of talent which pep can nurture and take credit for
Nico Williams was the true hero...he brought awareness and sharpeness to game what was missing at the Spanish side. His heading back to to the open player was key for Spain winning the WC 2026.
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But ITALY playing Pep football ? 😂😂