From 1979 to 1992, except for a hiatus in 1985–1987, Gamba was the head coach of the Italy national team, and led them to a silver medal at the Summer Olympic Games in 1980, 1984, 1988, and 1992.
From 1979 to 1992, Gamba was the head coach of the Italian national team, securing a silver medal at the Summer Olympics in 1980, 1984, 1988, and 1992.