August 29, (THEWILL) – Andrea Pirlo has been dismissed as the manager of Sampdoria after a disappointing start to the 2024/2025 Serie B season.
The club, currently languishing in second-bottom place, made the decision following three winless matches, consisting of one draw and two losses. This marks a swift end to Pirlo’s tenure, which lasted just over a season.
Pirlo, who is celebrated for his illustrious playing career, including a 2006 World Cup victory with Italy, had previously managed Juventus in the 2020/2021 season. His time with Sampdoria saw him guide the team to the promotion play-off stages last season but they failed to secure a return to Serie A. The club’s recent poor performance has led to growing concerns, prompting the decision to part ways with the former football star.
Reports indicate that Sampdoria has already begun the search for Pirlo’s replacement, with names like Marco Giampaolo and Andrea Sottil being floated as potential candidates. The club’s management will likely consider bringing in an interim manager to stabilise the situation while they finalise a permanent replacement.
Pirlo’s departure comes as a blow to both the club and its fans, who had high hopes for a resurgence under his leadership. The club’s decision underscores the pressures faced by managers in the highly competitive environment of Italian football where results are often demanded immediately.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
