Fabio Cannavaro appointed Udinese head coach, replaces Cioffi: Serie A 2023-24 updates
Fabio Cannavaro has been appointed as the new head coach of Udinese, replacing Gabriele Cioffi for the remainder of the 2023-24 season following Udinese's recent struggles in Serie A.
By the Numbers- Cannavaro, 50, will be assisted by his younger brother Paolo Cannavaro.
- Udinese is currently 17th in Serie A, just above the relegation zone based on goal difference.
Cannavaro's lack of experience in Serie A as a coach raises questions about his ability to guide Udinese to survival.
State of Play- Udinese's recent struggles led to the sacking of Gabriele Cioffi, prompting the appointment of Cannavaro.
- Cannavaro's first game in charge will be against Roma on April 25, a match that was postponed due to a player collapsing on the pitch.
Cannavaro faces the immediate challenge of steering Udinese away from relegation with only a few matches left in the season.
Bottom LineFabio Cannavaro's appointment as Udinese's head coach brings a mix of excitement and skepticism as he ventures into his first Serie A managerial role in a crucial period for the club's survival in the league.
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