Hey football fans! 👋 Big news from Italy's Serie A! Monza, currently at the bottom of the league, has decided to switch things up by appointing Salvatore Bocchetti as their new manager, replacing Alessandro Nesta.
Nesta, former Italian international and legendary defender with stints at Lazio and AC Milan, stepped in to lead Monza after Raffaele Palladino moved to Fiorentina last season. Unfortunately, his first managerial role in Serie A didn’t go as planned. After a tough 2-1 loss to Juventus last Sunday—Monza’s third straight defeat—the club has decided it’s time for a change.
Enter Salvatore Bocchetti! 🆕 While Bocchetti's managerial experience might be limited—he was a caretaker coach at Hellas Verona in 2022 where he faced a rough patch—Monza is banking on fresh energy to turn their season around. He's signed a contract that keeps him at the club until June 2027. Talk about commitment! 🔥
Monza has had a challenging season, with only one win in 17 games and a nine-match winless streak since their victory over Verona in October. The upcoming match against Parma, who are just five points ahead and sitting 17th in the standings, could be a pivotal moment. Can Bocchetti rally the team and spark a comeback? ⚽️
Stay tuned, because things are heating up in Serie A! 💥 Do you think Monza can turn their fortunes around with Bocchetti at the helm? Let us know your thoughts! 💬
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
