Video: Roberto Mancini goes flying after getting hit in the face by ball during Inter Milan win
Roberto Mancini saw the ball accidentally kicked in his face but he immediately got up and laughed it off
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Roberto Mancini knew he had a hard task to carry out at Inter Milan but he never knew he had to put his looks on the line.
The Italian manager picked up his first home win with the Nerazzurri today since his return to the San Siro but the highlight was undoubtedly the moment he got the ball kicked in his face.
It was at 67 minutes when Inter Milan captain Marco Andreolli kicked the ball out for a free kick and accidentally hit his own manager right in the kisser and made him fall in superb fashion.
The former Manchester City boss immediately got up, laughed it off and jokingly signalled to the fourth official for Andreolli’s punishing substitution.
Mancini saw his side beat Genoa 3-1 with goals by Rodrigo Palacio, Mauro Icardi and former Manchester United defender Nemanja Vidic who netted his first goal with the Italian club.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments