Italy National Team Appoints Antonio Conte as Head Coach Through 2030

Antonio Conte Takes the Helm of the Italian National Team

According to Главком: The Italian Football Federation has signed Antonio Conte as the new head coach of the national team, with a contract running until mid-2030. In this role, Conte will lead Italy into the Euro 2028 tournament and the subsequent World Cup. This marks a return to the Azzurri for Conte, who previously managed the side from 2014 to 2016, guiding them to the quarterfinals of Euro 2016-a pivotal moment in the team's development.

Antonio Conte's Career Journey

Born in Lecce and rising through the ranks of the local club, Conte spent 13 seasons as a player with Juventus in Turin. His coaching career began in 2006 with Arezzo. Over the years, he has managed several top clubs, including:

• Bari
• Atalanta
• Siena
• Juventus
• Chelsea
• Inter Milan
• Tottenham Hotspur
• Napoli (from 2024 onward)

His trophy cabinet includes five Serie A titles, a Serie B championship with Bari, and a Premier League triumph with Chelsea. Conte has also claimed three Italian Super Cups and an FA Cup, and he has been named Italy's Coach of the Year five times.

Italy's national team will kick off the 2026/27 Nations League season in the fall of 2026, competing in Group 1 of Division A. They will face France, Belgium, and Turkey, with their opening match scheduled for September 25 against Belgium on home soil.

In other football news, Japanese legend Kazuyoshi Miura is set to play his 42nd professional season, joining Fukushima United on a one-year loan. Additionally, FIFA has granted Russia's youth team permission to compete in the upcoming Under-15 World Cup, which will be held in Azerbaijan this autumn.

Conte's appointment signals the Italian federation's determination to restore the national team to the pinnacle of European and global football.

Given his proven track record and prior experience with the squad, Conte is expected to build a competitive side capable of making deep runs in major international tournaments. Meanwhile, Russia's youth team participation in the World Cup highlights the growing focus on grassroots football across nations, which could shape the next generation of players. International competitions remain a vital platform for nurturing young talent.

Conte's selection comes after a thorough evaluation of potential candidates, highlighting his status as the leading choice for the role. To understand the factors that led to his appointment and the implications for the team's future, read more about his emergence as the top candidate.