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Africa-Press – Mozambique. <\/strong><\/span>Italian coach Roberto Mancini has introduced a Saudi national team lineup that shies away from some experienced players, making way for a wave of young talent.<\/b><\/p>\n

Notably, Talal Hajji’s inclusion stands out, potentially making him the second youngest player in the history of the Saudi national team if he officially takes the field.<\/p>\n

The Saudi national team, under the guidance of Mancini and Yaya Youre, are gearing up for its official journey as they host Pakistan in Al-Ahsa next Thursday.<\/p>\n

In early November, Toure joined the Saudi coaching team as Mancini’s assistant.<\/p>\n

Toure has had several backroom roles since ending a distinguished playing career four years ago and only joined Belgian club Standard Liege in June after a spell as an academy coach at Premier League outfit Tottenham.<\/p>\n

But the Ivorian felt the chance to work again with the coach who in July 2010 signed him for Manchester City – where they won the Premier League and the FA Cup – was too tempting to turn down.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Mozambique<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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