Feb 23 • 20:08 UTC 🇮🇹 Italy Il Giornale

Turin, defeat against Genoa fatal for Baroni: here’s who will take his place on the Granata bench

Marco Baroni has been relieved of his position as coach of Torino following a disappointing defeat against Genoa, with the club announcing the decision in an official note.

Marco Baroni's tenure as head coach of Torino has come to an end after the team suffered a significant defeat against Genoa, managed by Daniele De Rossi. The club's official statement revealed that Baroni was dismissed due to the team's underwhelming performance, which has left them perilously close to the relegation zone in the league standings. This decision reflects the growing impatience among Torino management as the team's results have failed to meet the expectations of fans and management alike.

The situation had been deteriorating for some time, with the Granata securing only a few points above the bottom teams in the league. The defeat against Genoa, which put both teams at equal standings on 27 points, seemed to be the final straw for Baroni’s leadership. The club thanked Baroni and his staff for their efforts but ultimately decided that a change was necessary to improve the team's fortunes as they aim to avoid relegation.

The announcement has raised questions about who will fill the coaching role next and how this change might impact the team's performance in the upcoming matches. Fans are hopeful that a new appointment will reinvigorate the squad and steer them away from the relegation battle. The club's ability to make a timely coaching change could prove crucial in determining whether they can secure their place in the top division or face the consequences of relegation in the current season.

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