On this day in 2011: Chelsea sack manager Carlo Ancelotti
7 months ago

On this day in 2011: Chelsea sack manager Carlo Ancelotti

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Chelsea sacked manager Carlo Ancelotti after he failed to deliver any trophies in the 2010/11 season, on this day in 2011. But loyalty to managers was not one of former owner Roman Abramovich’s main characteristics and after Ancelotti’s side finished nine points behind champions Manchester United in second – and went out of the Champions League at the quarter-final stage – the Russian quickly let him go. Ancelotti’s reputation was not affected by his sacking as his next three jobs at Paris St Germain, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich proved.

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Carlo Ancelotti's 'future at Real Madrid is uncertain' after dismal 3-1 loss to AC Milan... as reports in Spain claim the 'crisis club' will consider sacking the manager if losing streak continues
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Carlo Ancelotti's 'future at Real Madrid is uncertain' after dismal 3-1 loss to AC Milan... as reports in Spain claim the 'crisis club' will consider sacking the manager if losing streak continues

Daily Mail  

Pressure is mounting on Carlo Ancelotti in the wake of Real Madrid's dismal 3-1 defeat by AC Milan, according to reports in Spain. The LaLiga giants, who came into this season's revamped Champions League format as the reigning title-holders, suffered their second defeat of the European campaign on Tuesday, losing to Ancelotti's old side Milan at the Bernabeu. Pressure is …

Roma sack club legend Daniele De Rossi with club 16th in Serie A
3 months ago

Roma sack club legend Daniele De Rossi with club 16th in Serie A

The Independent  

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Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea revolution needs time. Here’s how he earns it
3 months, 1 week ago

Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea revolution needs time. Here’s how he earns it

The Independent  

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Aston Villa look to take advantage of Chelsea’s PSR concerns for first major summer transfer
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Aston Villa look to take advantage of Chelsea’s PSR concerns for first major summer transfer

The Independent  

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On This Day in 2016: Valencia sack Gary Neville
8 months, 3 weeks ago

On This Day in 2016: Valencia sack Gary Neville

The Independent  

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Serie A manager sacked after headbutting opposition player
9 months, 1 week ago

Serie A manager sacked after headbutting opposition player

The Independent  

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Mauricio Pochettino responds to Chelsea boos amid manager job speculation
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Mauricio Pochettino responds to Chelsea boos amid manager job speculation

The Independent  

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Spain prosecutors seek jail for Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti over tax evasion
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Spain prosecutors seek jail for Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti over tax evasion

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Spain has cracked down in recent years on celebrities like football stars Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo for not paying their full due in taxes. Spanish prosecutors on Wednesday called for Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti to be jailed for four years and nine months, saying he had failed to declare earnings to the tax office. The Madrid state prosecutor’s …

On this day in 2012: Andre Villas-Boas sacked by Chelsea
9 months, 2 weeks ago

On this day in 2012: Andre Villas-Boas sacked by Chelsea

The Independent  

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Jose Mourinho sacked by AS Roma as Serie A club languishes in 9th place after Milan loss
11 months, 1 week ago

Jose Mourinho sacked by AS Roma as Serie A club languishes in 9th place after Milan loss

The Hindu  

José Mourinho is leaving Roma “with immediate effect,” the club announced Tuesday — ending an at times successful but also turbulent stay in the Italian capital for the veteran coach. The move came two days after a 3-1 loss at AC Milan left Roma in ninth place in Serie A and at risk of missing the Champions League for a …

Jose Mourinho sacked by struggling AS Roma two days after AC Milan defeat; Daniele De Rossi named interim coach
11 months, 1 week ago

Jose Mourinho sacked by struggling AS Roma two days after AC Milan defeat; Daniele De Rossi named interim coach

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Rome: It started with a big success. Roma announced on Tuesday that the outspoken coach was leaving the club “with immediate effect” — two days after a 3-1 loss at AC Milan left the Giallorossi in ninth place in Serie A and at risk of missing the Champions League for a sixth straight season. Former Roma captain Daniele De Rossi, …

We will always have great memories – Roma sack Jose Mourinho
11 months, 1 week ago

We will always have great memories – Roma sack Jose Mourinho

The Independent  

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Jose Mourinho sacked by Roma
11 months, 1 week ago

Jose Mourinho sacked by Roma

The Independent  

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AS Roma sack manager Jose Mourinho following AC Milan thrashing in Serie A – India TV
11 months, 1 week ago

AS Roma sack manager Jose Mourinho following AC Milan thrashing in Serie A – India TV

India TV News  

AS Roma and its manager since 2021, Jose Mourinho parted ways following the club's seventh loss in the ongoing Serie A edition to AC Milan by 3-1. AS Roma find themselves in ninth place in the points table and the club mentioned that the decision, which was in its best interests, would be applicable with immediate effect and have started …

Carlo Ancelotti signs deal to remain with Real Madrid
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Carlo Ancelotti signs deal to remain with Real Madrid

The Independent  

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On this day in 2019: Mauricio Pochettino sacked by Tottenham
1 year, 1 month ago

On this day in 2019: Mauricio Pochettino sacked by Tottenham

The Independent  

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On This Day in 2011: Chelsea sack Carlo Ancelotti
1 year, 7 months ago

On This Day in 2011: Chelsea sack Carlo Ancelotti

The Independent  

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Carlo Ancelotti rejects Brazil coaching job: I am staying at Real Madrid until 2024
1 year, 7 months ago

Carlo Ancelotti rejects Brazil coaching job: I am staying at Real Madrid until 2024

India Today  

Carlo Ancelotti has moved to put any uncertainty about his near future to rest by stating that he will honour the final year of his contract with Real Madrid, despite offers from Brazil. In March, Brazilian FA president Ednaldo Rodrigues stated that if Ancelotti was available at the end of the European season, he would be an obvious choice to …

Roberto Firmino’s exit marks end of an era as Liverpool prepare final farewell for Anfield’s brightest smile
1 year, 7 months ago

Roberto Firmino’s exit marks end of an era as Liverpool prepare final farewell for Anfield’s brightest smile

The Independent  

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Ancelotti exposing Chelsea downfall on Bridge return
1 year, 8 months ago

Ancelotti exposing Chelsea downfall on Bridge return

The Hindu  

Under a fortnight ago, Chelsea owner Todd Boehly picked up the phone and called Blues great Frank Lampard to come back and try to steady the ship, with the team in shambles. Instead Ancelotti returns to Stamford Bridge dug-out strictly as an opponent, representing Real Madrid in the Champions League quarterfinal second leg clash on Tuesday. Ancelotti’s return to Chelsea …

'I am sad, yes': Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti expresses disappointment over Chelsea's slump
1 year, 8 months ago

'I am sad, yes': Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti expresses disappointment over Chelsea's slump

Firstpost  

Chelsea, 11th in the Premier League, sacked coach Graham Potter at the start of April and hired their former coach Frank Lampard on an interim basis. Madrid: Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said he was sad to see Chelsea’s slump this season, ahead of their Champions League quarter-final clash on Wednesday. “I’m a supporter of Chelsea, of course, because I …

Real Madrid coach Ancelotti saddened by Chelsea slump
1 year, 8 months ago

Real Madrid coach Ancelotti saddened by Chelsea slump

The Hindu  

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said he was sad to see Chelsea’s slump this season, ahead of their Champions League quartefinals clash on Wednesday. The Real Madrid coach did not think his extra years of experience compared to Lampard, whom he managed at Chelsea, would make the difference in the tie. “He arrived at the club a week ago, with …

Chelsea’s Champions League-winning former boss Roberto Di Matteo takes job in Korea
1 year, 11 months ago

Chelsea’s Champions League-winning former boss Roberto Di Matteo takes job in Korea

The Independent  

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Aston Villa: ‘Mauricio Pochettino targeted if Steven Gerrard sacked’
2 years, 2 months ago

Aston Villa: ‘Mauricio Pochettino targeted if Steven Gerrard sacked’

The Independent  

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On this day on 2007: Jose Mourinho’s first spell as Chelsea boss ends abruptly
2 years, 3 months ago

On this day on 2007: Jose Mourinho’s first spell as Chelsea boss ends abruptly

The Independent  

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Carlo Ancelotti scripts history as he keeps calm to make Real Madrid European champions again
2 years, 6 months ago

Carlo Ancelotti scripts history as he keeps calm to make Real Madrid European champions again

Firstpost  

Real Madrid’s Carlo Ancelotti now stands alone as the only manager to win four Champions League titles. Real Madrid are champions of Europe for a record-extending 14th time after Carlo Ancelotti’s side beat Liverpool 1-0 in Paris on Saturday, but rarely have the Spanish champions taken a more chaotic road to glory. Ancelotti now stands alone as the only manager …

On This Day in 2005 – Jose Mourinho earns new Chelsea deal after trophy double
2 years, 7 months ago

On This Day in 2005 – Jose Mourinho earns new Chelsea deal after trophy double

The Independent  

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Ancelotti becomes first manager to claim titles in Europe's top five leagues
2 years, 7 months ago

Ancelotti becomes first manager to claim titles in Europe's top five leagues

The Hindu  

Real Madrid's LaLiga triumph capped a remarkable milestone for Carlo Ancelotti on Saturday as the Italian became the first manager to capture titles in each of Europe’s top five leagues — England, Spain, Germany, Italy and France. The 62-year-old Ancelotti has one of the most-decorated CVs in world football and when he was lured back to Madrid for a second …

Carlo Ancelotti 'emerges as surprise contender to become Manchester United's new manager '
2 years, 9 months ago

Carlo Ancelotti 'emerges as surprise contender to become Manchester United's new manager '

Daily Mail  

Manchester United are considering Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti as a surprise short-term backup option. United are eager to make a long-term appointment in the summer, with Paris Saint-Germain's Mauricio Pochettino and Ajax's Erik Ten Hag among their preferred candidates. Carlo Ancelotti has emerged as a surprise short-term candidate to manage Manchester United Real Madrid boss Ancelotti has a close …

Claudio Ranieri becomes latest victim of Watford’s extreme short-termism
2 years, 10 months ago

Claudio Ranieri becomes latest victim of Watford’s extreme short-termism

The Independent  

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Jose Mourinho’s Roma thrashed by Norwegian champions Bodo/Glimt
3 years, 2 months ago

Jose Mourinho’s Roma thrashed by Norwegian champions Bodo/Glimt

The Independent  

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Jose Mourinho approached by Real Madrid before Carlo Ancelotti appointment
3 years, 6 months ago

Jose Mourinho approached by Real Madrid before Carlo Ancelotti appointment

The Telegraph  

The swift departure of Carlo Ancelotti from Everton has left another big Premier League club in the hunt for a new manager this summer, although it has emerged that the Italian’s old rival, Jose Mourinho, was sounded out for the Real job originally. The two managers have both previously managed Real – Ancelotti succeeded Mourinho at the club in 2013 …

LaLiga: Real Madrid hire Carlo Ancelotti as coach to replace Zinedine Zidane
3 years, 6 months ago

LaLiga: Real Madrid hire Carlo Ancelotti as coach to replace Zinedine Zidane

Firstpost  

Under Zidane, Madrid fought for the LaLiga title until the final round but finished two points behind Atletico Madrid, failing to defend their title and lift back-to-back league trophies for the first time since 2007-08. Real Madrid hired Carlo Ancelotti as coach on Tuesday to replace Zinedine Zidane, who quit last week after the team’s first trophyless season in more …

Italian papers react with shock and excitement as Roma announce Jose Mourinho will return to Serie A
3 years, 7 months ago

Italian papers react with shock and excitement as Roma announce Jose Mourinho will return to Serie A

Daily Mail  

The return of Jose Mourinho to Serie A has been greeted with great fanfare in Italy, as sports newspapers heralded his return. Jose Mourinho has been appointed Roma manager and will take charge for the 2021-22 season La Gazetta depicted Mourinho as a Roman Emperor, while Tuttosport cheered the news And reaction across the country was jubilant as one of …

Italy boss Mancini sad to see Balotelli as a free agent and still 'loves' his former striker
4 years, 1 month ago

Italy boss Mancini sad to see Balotelli as a free agent and still 'loves' his former striker

Daily Mail  

Roberto Mancini has this week expressed his sadness to see his former striker Mario Balotelli without a club and seemingly unwanted after being released by Brescia. Roberto Mancini is saddened to see the struggles of Mario Balotelli, who is now a free agent Mancini managed Balotelli at both Man City and Inter Milan, and has a close bond 'I am …

Juventus sacks Sarri after Champions League exit
4 years, 4 months ago

Juventus sacks Sarri after Champions League exit

The Hindu  

Serie A club Juventus has sacked coach Maurizio Sarri after one season in charge, following the team's elimination from the Champions League in the round of 16 on Friday, the Turin club said in a statement. “Juventus Football Club announces that Maurizio Sarri has been relieved of his post as coach of the First Team,” the club said on its …

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