Conte Is Perfect to Lead Italy into the Future — bleacherreport.com

Paolo Bruno/Getty Images Antonio Conte was picked to lead the national team last week. It wasn't a surprise that the Italian football federation (FIGC) pursued Antonio Conte to coach the Italian national team when Carlo Tavecchio was confirmed as the organization's president.  What was a mild surprise is that Conte accepted the position. It is, of course, a risky move from Conte's standpoint.  Anything less than a run to the semifinals or beyond in Euro 2016 would be considered a failure and potentially set Conte's career at the club level back a few years.  It's an equally risky move for FIGC.  At a time when they need to sell the Azzurri to the public more than ever before, their choice is a man who has been divisive in the past.

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