Archive · 9 Jun 2025
Spalletti Fired After Italy's World Cup Qualification Fears
Luciano Spalletti is no longer the coach of Italy's soccer team.
The decision was made after a loss to Norway and the team potentially missing the World Cup.
Spalletti said he wanted to stay, but was informed he would be fired.
His last game will be against Moldova.
He took the job in August 2023.
The Federation has not named a replacement.
Italy may not qualify for the World Cup for the third time in a row.
Luciano Spalletti will leave as Italy's coach after the match against Moldova.
Spalletti was informed he was being fired after a loss to Norway.
The decision was made due to the fear Italy may not qualify for the World Cup.
Spalletti was hired in August 2023.
Claudio Ranieri is reportedly the top choice to replace Spalletti.
- Who
- Luciano Spalletti, former coach of Italy.
- What
- Spalletti is leaving his role as coach of Italy.
- When
- Announced Sunday, to leave after Monday's qualifier.
- Where
- Italy
- Why
- Dismissed due to the possibility of failing to qualify for a third straight World Cup.
Luciano Spalletti's Perspective
Italian Football Federation's Perspective
Departure
Luciano Spalletti's Perspective
Spalletti had no intention of leaving.
Italian Football Federation's Perspective
The Federation decided to fire Spalletti.
Future
Luciano Spalletti's Perspective
Spalletti saw his role as a service to the nation and wished to continue.
Italian Football Federation's Perspective
The Federation's decision came after a loss to Norway and a potential failure to qualify for the World Cup.
- Coach
- Luciano Spalletti
- Reason for Departure
- Fear of failing to qualify for World Cup
- Last Match
- Moldova
- Hired
- August 2023
- Potential Replacement
- Claudio Ranieri
Sources
Italy Sack Coach Luciano Spalletti After Heavy Defeat To Norway | Football News
Italy''s national soccer team coach Luciano Spalletti says he''s getting fired
Luciano Spalletti to step down as Italy coach after Norway hammering, says Moldova game to be his last