Patrick Vieira Named Genoa Coach After Gilardino's Surprise Dismissal

The former Arsenal captain takes charge of the Serie A club as it battles to stay clear of the relegation zone.

Patrick Vieira has been appointed as Genoa's new head coach, replacing Alberto Gilardino, who was unexpectedly dismissed on Tuesday.
Vieira will lead the team in his first match on Sunday against Cagliari, with both teams sitting just one point above the Serie A relegation zone.
The Frenchman, 48, previously managed clubs such as Crystal Palace, Nice, and Strasbourg, as well as New York City FC in Major League Soccer.
Genoa's decision to part ways with Gilardino surprised many, as the team had shown signs of improvement before the international break, earning four points in two matches.
Vieira’s arrival reunites him with Mario Balotelli, a recent signing by Genoa, with whom he has had a complicated history during their time at Nice.