Italy look to restore national pride as they begin the defence of their Euro 2020 crown against England on Thursday in Naples.
Roberto Mancini's appointment as manager in 2018 looked to have heralded a new era for the Azzurri - with his side embarking on a world record 37-game unbeaten run.
In the process Italy lifted the Henri Delaunay Cup at Wembley after winning a penalty shootout against England.
However, from the joy of European Championship glory came the crushing failure to qualify for a second successive World Cup finals.
Roberto Mancini's appointment as manager in 2018 looked to have heralded a new era for the Azzurri - with his side embarking on a world record 37-game unbeaten run.
In the process Italy lifted the Henri Delaunay Cup at Wembley after winning a penalty shootout against England.
However, from the joy of European Championship glory came the crushing failure to qualify for a second successive World Cup finals.