Italy Claudio Ranieri takes over as AS Roma coach again

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14.11.2024 - 16:04

Claudio Ranieri is greeted by hundreds of enthusiastic fans at Rome's Fiumicino airport
Claudio Ranieri is greeted by hundreds of enthusiastic fans at Rome's Fiumicino airport
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Claudio Ranieri returns from retirement to coach AS Roma for the third time. The 73-year-old takes over after the dismissal of Ivan Juric.

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Claudio Ranieri, the experienced football coach, is back on the bench. The 73-year-old has decided to return from retirement to take over AS Roma. This decision follows the dismissal of Ivan Juric, which was announced on Sunday.

Ranieri, who was last in charge of Cagliari until May, has signed a contract until the end of the season. This is not the first time he has been in charge of AS Roma. He was already at the helm of the Roman club from 2009 to 2011 and again in 2019. After the current season, Ranieri will remain with the club in an advisory capacity.

The challenge that awaits Ranieri should not be underestimated. AS Roma, currently in twelfth place in Serie A, has already undergone two coaching changes this season. Ivan Juric, who only recently replaced Daniele De Rossi, was only able to stay in office for a few weeks. Ranieri now faces the task of bringing stability to the team and bringing the season to a successful conclusion.