Mancini’s Short Tenure as Saudi Arabia Manager: Key Takeaways
Roberto Mancini has left his position as Saudi Arabia’s national team manager, just 14 months after signing a lucrative contract reportedly worth £21 million per year.
This departure, described as by “mutual consent,” follows disappointing results in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, with a recent goalless draw against Bahrain marking the tipping point.
Tensions flared as Mancini was seen engaging with fans during the match, reflecting mounting pressure from underwhelming performances that fell short of expectations for Saudi Arabia’s ambitions.