The Saudi Arabian Football Federation has officially announced the appointment of Luigi Di Biagio as the new head coach of their Under-21 national team. This move, which had been anticipated in recent days, comes at the strong recommendation of Roberto Mancini, the current manager of Saudi Arabia’s senior national team.
Di Biagio, a former Italian international midfielder, brings a wealth of experience to his new role. He previously served as the head coach of Italy’s U21 team from 2013 to 2019, guiding them to the semi-finals of the 2017 UEFA European Under-21 Championship.
The Saudi Arabian Football Federation confirmed the appointment through a statement on their official social media accounts, which read: “The Saudi Football Federation appoints Italian Luigi Di Biagio as coach of the under-21 national team.”
This appointment marks a significant step in Saudi Arabia’s efforts to develop their youth football program and aligns with their broader ambitions in international football. Di Biagio’s experience and tactical acumen are expected to play a crucial role in nurturing young Saudi talent and preparing them for the senior level.
The collaboration between Di Biagio and Mancini, both respected figures in Italian football, suggests a coordinated approach to Saudi Arabia’s football development strategy across different age groups.
