Serie A side Genoa sacks Ballardini again

Davide Ballardini's fourth spell as Genoa coach came to an end on Saturday when the relegation-battling Serie A club announced his sacking.

It is the fourth time Davide Ballardini has left Genoa after a string of spells in charge over the last 10 years.

Davide Ballardini's fourth spell as Genoa coach came to an end on Saturday when the relegation-battling Serie A club announced his sacking.

The 57-year-old was under pressure after winning one league game all season, and a 2-2 draw away to Empoli on Friday night proved to be the final straw.

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"Genoa have relieved coach Davide Ballardini of his duties. The club thanks the coach and his staff for their work, dedication and passion," read a club statement.

Il Genoa CFC ha sollevato dall'incarico l'allenatore Davide #Ballardini.

Il Club ringrazia il tecnico e il suo staff per il lavoro svolto, l'impegno e la passione sempre dimostrati. pic.twitter.com/TAFOfETSOh

— Genoa CFC (@GenoaCFC) November 6, 2021

 

Genoa is 18th, with nine points from 12 games, and is on a nine-match winless run.

It is the fourth time Ballardini has left the Rossoblu after a string of spells in charge over the last 10 years.