Overview

• Spalletti was informed by federation president Gabriele Gravina that he would be relieved of his duties following Italy’s 3-0 loss to Norway, a result that complicated their 2026 World Cup qualification bid.
• He will remain in charge for Italy’s final Group C qualifier against Moldova on June 9, marking his farewell to the national team.
• A Tuesday meeting between Spalletti and the federation will formally settle the financial and legal terms of his consensual contract termination.
• During his emotional announcement, Spalletti acknowledged his disappointment at not achieving the playing standards and results he had set for the squad.
• Claudio Ranieri and Stefano Pioli are the two frontrunners under consideration to replace Spalletti as Italy’s next head coach.