Beppe Bergomi Critiques Mancini's Tactics After Italy's Loss to Belgium

Bergomi noted that Mancini appeared disconnected from the evolving strategies seen in Serie A, stating, 'We saw old ideas, none of what we’re seeing at Inter, Roma, Frosinone or Como.' Although Mancini implemented a 4-3-3 formation, he shifted to a 3-5-2 during the game due to the flexibility of players like Giovanni Di Lorenzo and Nicolò Cambiaghi.

The critic, speaking on Sky Sport Italia, remarked that the team's performance and tactics were disappointing. He expected an approach reflective of the vibrant football being showcased in Serie A this season. 'You can lose, but I expected to see some of what Serie A has been offering this season,' he said, emphasizing a lack of modern tactics in the match.

Bergomi mentioned that players like Nicolò Barella and Sandro Tonali were trying to support the forward but that their approach felt outdated. He highlighted Cambiaghi as the standout player, as he attempted to take on defenders, leading to key opportunities for teammates.

Critically, Bergomi pointed out the defense's struggles, stating, 'Barella was the best midfielder, but we struggled a lot in defense.' He contrasted this with the overall attacking dynamism in Serie A, where no matches have ended in 0-0, and teams like Frosinone and Cagliari received praise for their aggressive playstyles. In summation, Bergomi hoped to see Italy reflect the exciting football currently being played in the league.