Italy is one of football's all-time great nations, with four FIFA World Cup titles (1934, 1938, 1982, 2006) and two European Championship victories (1968, 2020). The Azzurri are renowned for their tactical sophistication and defensive excellence.

Luciano Spalletti took charge of Italy after leading Napoli to their first Serie A title in 33 years in 2023, bringing his intense motivational style and tactical flexibility to the national team.