Napoli Sacks Coach Rudi Garcia, Appoints Walter Mazzarri as Replacement

Move Follows Poor Start to Season, Criticism of Garcia's Tactics and Management

Napoli has fired coach Rudi Garcia after a disappointing start to the season, with the team currently sitting fourth in Serie A, 10 points behind leaders Inter Milan.
Garcia's dismissal comes after a 1-0 home defeat to Empoli, marking the team's third loss in the league this season.
Walter Mazzarri, who led Napoli to a runner-up finish in the Italian league 10 years ago, has been appointed as Garcia's replacement.
Garcia's tenure was marked by criticism for his defensive tactics and for reportedly alienating key players like Victor Osimhen and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Club president Aurelio De Laurentiis has faced criticism for his role in the team's struggles, including his decision to hire Garcia and his alleged over-involvement in team affairs.