The Malta Football Association (MFA) has appointed Davide Mazzotta as interim head coach of the national football team following the departure of Michele Marcolini.
Mazzotta, who served as the team’s assistant coach between 2020 and 2023, will take charge for Malta’s remaining four matches this year, including a friendly against Turkmenistan and crucial UEFA Nations League games against Moldova and Andorra.
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Mazzotta, a 54-year-old Italian coach, previously worked under Devis Mangia and briefly led the team to a 2-1 victory over Israel in 2022 before Gilbert Agius was named interim coach. His career includes time with Premier League club Chelsea, where he was part of Antonio Conte’s coaching staff, and more recently with Serie B side Salernitana.
MFA president Bjorn Vassallo expressed confidence in Mazzotta, praising his familiarity with the players and his tactical knowledge. Mazzotta himself said he was honored to return and is motivated to help the squad perform at its best.
Joining Mazzotta as assistant coach is former Uruguay international Ernesto Javier Chevanton, who has notable experience coaching Lecce’s Under-19 team to an Italian championship in 2022.
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