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Pressure Mounts on Pioli as Fiorentina Remain Winless and Fans Voice Frustration

Fiorentina head coach Stefano Pioli

Key Takeaways:

  • Fiorentina suffered a 0-1 home defeat to Lecce on Sunday evening
  • The team have accumulated only 4 points from ten matches, sitting second from bottom in the standings
  • Stefano Pioli confirmed he will not resign and is awaiting a decision from the club’s management

Current Form and League Struggles

Fiorentina continue to endure a challenging campaign, with their latest setback coming on Sunday evening when they fell 0-1 at home to Lecce. After ten matches in the league, the Florence side find themselves languishing in the penultimate spot with just 4 points collected.

This poor run of form has greatly frustrated the club’s supporters, who made their discontent known following the recent home defeat. The frustration of fans was audibly evident, as they booed the players and openly criticised the current situation at the club.

Pioli’s Position in Jeopardy

In the aftermath of the loss to Lecce, coach Stefano Pioli engaged in a lengthy discussion with the club’s hierarchy, according to local media reports. Despite mounting pressure and vocal calls for change, Pioli remains firm in his position, refusing to resign and choosing instead to await any official decision from Fiorentina’s management.

The board has not yet communicated a final verdict on Pioli’s future. The manager, who signed a three-year contract during the summer, continues in his role as speculation mounts regarding a potential dismissal.

Upcoming Fixtures and Crucial Week Ahead

Fiorentina now face a critical period with back-to-back matches on the horizon. The team are set to meet Mainz in the Conference League on Thursday, followed by an away fixture against Genoa on Sunday. The results of these games could prove decisive for both Pioli and the club, as they seek to arrest their poor run and climb away from the relegation zone.

PositionTeamPointsGames PlayedLast Match
19Fiorentina4100-1 loss vs Lecce

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