Pioli refuses to resign as Fiorentina coach

Fiorentina sit 19th after 10 Serie A games and Stefano Pioli has refused to resign following a heavy defeat. Punters may prefer backing draws or betting against Fiorentina in upcoming matches, consider low-risk wagers on under 2.5 goals, and eye manager-change markets where Pioli’s dismissal is now likelier until results improve.

Pioli refuses to step down as Fiorentina slide toward relegation zone

Stefano Pioli has rejected calls to resign after another poor result, insisting he will remain in charge despite intense pressure from the club hierarchy. Fiorentina remain 19th in Serie A with just four points from ten matches and are still searching for their first league win of the season.

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Latest defeat compounds crisis

A 1-0 home loss to Lecce left the Tuscans rooted to the bottom third of the table and forced a long conversation between Pioli and club directors. While Pioli is open to renegotiating aspects of his three-year contract, he has made clear he will not step down voluntarily.

Interim and long-term coaching options

With Pioli refusing to resign, the club must decide whether to sack him or keep faith. Primavera coach Daniele Galloppa has emerged as the leading candidate for an interim appointment. Talks to bring in Paolo Vanoli have stalled, while Raffaele Palladino is also under consideration. Daniele De Rossi has reportedly been offered as an option, but that approach appears unlikely to be feasible at this stage.

Immediate fixture and squad focus

Fiorentina return to action on Thursday in the Conference League against Mainz, a match that now carries extra weight as the club seeks stability. The manager situation will influence selection and tactics in the coming weeks as the club weighs short-term solutions versus a more permanent replacement.

Betting implications and outlook

The uncertainty around the dugout and poor domestic form suggest punters should approach Fiorentina markets cautiously. Expect shorter odds on draws or backing opponents in both league and European fixtures; under 2.5 goals markets may also offer value until the team regains confidence. Managerial-change markets have become more active, with Pioli’s exit probability rising if results do not quickly improve.

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