Cagliari in talks with Francesco Calzona

Cagliari have initiated contact with former Napoli coach Francesco Calzona in their search to replace Claudio Ranieri. Following their promotion to Serie A and subsequent successful campaign to avoid relegation, the Rossoblù are now focused on securing a replacement before the start…

Calzona: ‘Napoli aren’t built for certain situations’

Napoli boss Francesco Calzona says his side were in a ‘disastrous mental situation’ when he arrived at the club. The Partenopei dropped yet another lead in the dying moments when 1-0 up against Udinese, tying the match 1-1, and leaving them in…

Calzona: ‘We don’t perceive dangers, we’re not a team’

Napoli coach Francesco Calzona says they’re not a team right now following their 2-2 draw with Frosinone: ‘We don’t perceive dangers.’ The Partenopei took an early lead through Matteo Politano but found themselves pegged back after a brace from Walid Cheddira, with…

Calzona: “We Conceded Too Much. Osimhen’s Penalty Was Clear”

Napoli boss Francesco Calzona believes they conceded too much to Barcelona, while there was a clear penalty on Victor Osimhen. The Partenopei’s elimination leaves them with only a top four place to play for this season after a disappointing campaign where they…

Moggi: ‘Calzona Went to Napoli Ahead of Sarri’s Return’

Former football director Luciano Moggi believes Napoli’s appointment of Francesco Calzona is pre-empting the return of Maurizio Sarri. Calzona replaced Walter Mazzarri earlier this week, making him Napoli’s third coach of the 2023-24 season, and speaking with TMW, Moggi suggested that the…

Calzona: “A New Journey Begins. Few Words, Actions Needed”

New Napoli coach Francesco Calzona says action is needed, ahead of their Champions League with Barcelona on Wednesday evening. Calzona becomes the Partenopei’s third coach of the season, replacing Walter Mazzarri who was dismissed earlier this week. Speaking in the pre-match presser,…