Mancini before Italy-France: "We must make fewer mistakes". Then praises his young players

Mancini wants Italy to cut errors ahead of Nations League clash with France at San Siro, where a win keeps them in contention for top spot.

Roberto Mancini addressed the media ahead of Italy's Nations League fixture against France at San Siro, emphasizing the need for improvement. "I hope we can make fewer mistakes and improve certain game situations," he said, referencing the first meeting where Italy drew 1-1 in Paris.

Italy sits second in the group with 7 points and remains in contention for first place and a quarter-final spot. The upcoming matches against France and Belgium will be decisive. Despite France missing Mbappé, Mancini warned against complacency: "Even without some important players, France remains a great team."

Italy's recent record at San Siro is concerning—they haven't won their last three home matches there against Germany, France, and Norway.

With the Meazza sold out, Mancini stressed the importance of delivering: "It means we'll have to play well, otherwise the fans will be disappointed. Playing at San Siro is like being at La Scala." He also praised Italy's young defensive prospects, highlighting Bastoni and Scalvini as established talents, while backing Palma, Leoni, and Ahanor as future stars.