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December 25, 2024 at 7:38 PM

Roma Faces a Turbulent Year with Four Head Coaches in 2024

Roma ends a chaotic year with four managerial changes, including the departures of Jose Mourinho and De Rossi, hoping for stability under Claudio Ranieri in 2025.

Roma Faces a Turbulent Year with Four Head Coaches in 2024

AS Roma endured one of its most challenging years in 2024, marked by unprecedented instability as four different managers took charge of the team within a single calendar year. The club, historically one of Italy’s footballing giants, now looks to turn a new page with the appointment of Claudio Ranieri.

The managerial carousel began with the sudden dismissal of Jose Mourinho after a disappointing loss in the Europa League final in Budapest. Mourinho's results dipped further, averaging only 1.5 points per game over the next 20 matches, leading to his dismissal in January following a defeat against AC Milan at San Siro.

Daniele De Rossi, a beloved figure among Roma fans, was brought back as head coach, but his tenure ended abruptly as well. The surprise hiring of Croatian coach Ivan Juric followed, but his stint lasted only 53 days, leaving the club in further disarray.

Finally, Roma turned to Ranieri, with club officials promising fans that he will remain the head coach for both the present and future. However, skepticism lingers among supporters who question the decisions made by the club’s management throughout the year.

As 2025 approaches, Roma fans hope Ranieri's leadership will restore stability and guide the team back to consistent success, leaving behind a turbulent chapter in the club’s storied history.