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Godoy Cruz Sacks Ribonetto, Rehires Omar 'Turco' Asad for Relegation Fight

The veteran coach takes over for a third spell on a results-based deal running to 2026 with an option to part ways at year-end.

Overview

  • The club confirmed Ribonetto's exit after an 11-match tenure that ended with a 2-0 loss at Lanús and a record of one win, four draws and six defeats.
  • Asad assumes this Tuesday and is set to debut in the clásico cuyano against San Martín de San Juan this weekend.
  • Godoy Cruz sits 28th of 30 in the annual standings with 27 points, one ahead of San Martín, with three decisive fixtures left.
  • The agreement runs through December 2026 and contains a clause allowing a separation at the end of this year.
  • Asad arrives with a staff that includes assistants David Ramírez and Juan Calabrese and fitness coach Juan Escalante.