Genoa Fires Patrick Vieira After Worst Serie A Start

Patrick Vieira has been dismissed as head coach of Genoa following the club's worst start in Serie A history, with only three points from nine matches, leaving them at the bottom of the league. Despite stabilizing the team last season and achieving a 13th-place finish, this season has seen Genoa lose five of their last six games and struggle with goal-scoring and confidence. Vieira's departure was confirmed by the club, which appointed assistant Roberto Murgita, aided by Domenico Criscito, as interim managers. Reports suggest the decision to part ways was mutual after mounting pressure and fan protests, with Genoa aiming to improve results ahead of their next match against Sassuolo. Vieira's managerial career, including stints at New York City FC, Nice, Crystal Palace, and Strasbourg, has been marked by mixed results, contrasting with his successful playing career. His exit makes him the second Serie A coach to be dismissed this season, following Juventus' Igor Tudor.