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Real Sociedad Appoints American Coach Pellegrino Matarazzo Through 2027

The 48-year-old New Jersey-born coach brings Bundesliga experience to a team two points above the drop zone.

Overview

  • Matarazzo’s deal runs to June 2027, with the club scheduling his official presentation at Anoeta on Monday.
  • His first match in charge is set for after the winter break when Real Sociedad host Atlético Madrid.
  • He replaces Sergio Francisco, who was dismissed last weekend following three straight La Liga defeats.
  • The hiring was announced shortly after a 1-1 draw at last-place Levante that left La Real two points from relegation.
  • Matarazzo previously managed Hoffenheim from February 2023 to November 2024 and Stuttgart from 2019 to 2022, while Levante appointed Portuguese coach Luís Castro the same day.