Stefano Pioli Sacked by Fiorentina After Disastrous Start

Fiorentina parts ways with Stefano Pioli

Stefano Pioli's tenure as Fiorentina manager has come to an end. Read more.

“ACF Fiorentina can confirm that Stefano Pioli has been relieved of his duties as head coach of the first team...”

Fiorentina has terminated Stefano Pioli's contract as head coach, following a dismal start to the season. The team suffered a 1-0 home loss to Lecce, which exacerbated their crisis and led to Pioli's dismissal.

Daniele Galloppa, the club's youth coach, will take over as interim head coach while Fiorentina searches for a permanent replacement. The club's management has emphasized the need for a change, citing the importance of reviving Fiorentina's campaign and avoiding a relegation battle.

Fiorentina's season has been marked by poor performances, with the team failing to secure a single win in the league. They currently sit at the bottom of the Serie A table with just four points, highlighting the need for urgent changes.

“ACF Fiorentina can confirm that Stefano Pioli has been relieved of his duties as head coach of the first team,” a club statement said. “The club would like to thank him and his staff for the professionalism shown during their time at Fiorentina.”

“Daniele Galloppa will take charge of the first team temporarily, starting from this afternoon's training session.”

Stefano Pioli relieved of coaching duties.

ACF Fiorentina can confirm that Stefano Pioli has been relieved of his duties as head coach of the first team. pic.twitter.com/72z1bjzp0z

— ACF Fiorentina English (@ACFFiorentinaEN) November 4, 2025

Stefano Pioli's tenure as Fiorentina's head coach was marked by a significant decline in performance and results. After winning the Serie A championship with AC Milan in the 2021/22 season, Pioli struggled to replicate his success in Florence.

Pioli's stint at Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, where he worked alongside Cristiano Ronaldo, was also underwhelming. His time in Florence will likely be remembered as his worst experience yet, given the significant drop in performance and results.

Fiorentina's decision to part ways with Pioli comes after a dismal start to the season, with the team failing to secure a single win in their first 10 league matches. The club's poor performance ultimately led to Pioli's dismissal.