Author Archives: James Grundy
Vidal fuels Napoli speculation
Vidal fuels Napoli speculation
Arturo Vidal fuelled speculation of a move to Napoli for a reunion with Carlo Ancelotti after flying to Italy. “Going home.” Former Bayern Munich Coach Ancelotti formally signed a three-year contract with the Partenopei this evening, replacing Maurizio Sarri. It had already been rumoured last night in the Corriere dello Sport and German paper Kicker […]
The 20 most improved European clubs: Man Utd, PSG among sides with biggest point increases
The 20 most improved European clubs: Man Utd, PSG among…
“Manchester City cruised home to the Premier League title in spectacular fashion” It was a phenomenal campaign for Manchester City[1], who cruised home to the Premier League title in spectacular fashion – finishing 19 points clear of neighbours Manchester United in second. Barcelona[2] clinched their 25th La Liga crown, but Ernesto Valverde’s side could not […]
Napoli announce Ancelotti as new coach
Napoli announce Ancelotti as new coach
Carlo Ancelotti has been confirmed as the new coach of Napoli, replacing Maurizio Sarri by penning a three-year deal at the Stadio San Paolo. The two parties held discussions on Tuesday night after it emerged that Sarri would not remain at the club and further positive talks took place on Wednesday morning. As a result, […]
Napoli Serie A 2017/18 Season Review
Napoli Serie A 2017/18 Season Review
A record breaking points total for Napoli wasn’t enough to wrestle the Scudetto away from Juventus, but nevertheless the Partenopei can be proud of what was a good season. There were of course plenty of disappointments which Dov Schiavone and Vieri Capretta discuss, in their Napoli season review. Forza Italian Football aims to provide you […]
Sarri angling for Chelsea or Zenit
Sarri angling for Chelsea or Zenit
Maurizio Sarri has effectively been fired by Napoli to make way for Carlo Ancelotti, so Chelsea and Zenit St Petersburg are the favourites for his signature. This evening, Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis released a statement via Twitter that thanked Sarri for his contribution to the club, but was to all intents and purposes a […]
Official: Napoli appoint Ancelotti
Official: Napoli appoint Ancelotti
Carlo Ancelotti is officially the new Coach of Napoli on a three-year contract after Maurizio Sarri was effectively sacked today. “Calcio Napoli are happy to announce the definition of an agreement with Coach Carlo Ancelotti to become lead the first team for the next three seasons and therefore starting from 2018-19.” “I can’t talk, we’ll […]
Carlo Ancelotti to be confirmed as Napoli manager today
Carlo Ancelotti to be confirmed as Napoli manager today
23 May at 18:45 With Maurizio Sarri’s departure from Napoli already being confirmed by Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis, the club will now look to announce his replacement as soon as possible. The Roman club have identified Carlo Ancelotti, who has managed the likes of Juventus, AC Milan, Chelsea, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich in […]
Napoli, De Laurentiis bids farewell to Sarri, awaiting official announcement of Ancelotti
Napoli, De Laurentiis bids farewell to Sarri, awaiting official…
A statement released by Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has officially confirmed what has been suspected, that Maurizio Sarri will not be coaching the team next season. That position will be filled by Carlo Ancelotti, who has been involved with numerous meetings with the club in the past day, along with his staff. De Laurentiis […]
Official: Napoli part with Sarri
Official: Napoli part with Sarri
Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis has formally parted company with Maurizio Sarri after agreeing terms with Carlo Ancelotti. “I thank Maurizio Sarri for his precious dedication to Calcio Napoli that allowed us to give the city and all Azzurri fans over the world prestige and emotions, creating a style of football admired everywhere and by […]