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Cremonese Sack Nicola, Appoint Giampaolo as Head Coach

A 15-match winless run has left the Grigiorossi three points from safety.

Overview

  • The club issued statements on Wednesday confirming Davide Nicola’s dismissal and Marco Giampaolo’s appointment.
  • A 4-1 home defeat to Fiorentina on Monday was highlighted in coverage as the immediate trigger for the change.
  • Cremonese are in the Serie A relegation zone after 15 league games without a win, including seven losses in their last eight, with their last victory on December 7, 2025.
  • Sky Sport and other outlets report Giampaolo has agreed an 18-month contract for his return.
  • Nicola shared a farewell on Instagram thanking the club and supporters, while Giampaolo arrives with extensive top-flight experience and a previous stint at Cremonese in 2014–15.