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Serie B: Donadoni faces sacking by Spezia; D'Angelo poised for return

Another managerial change looms for Spezia as Roberto Donadoni's future hangs in the balance. Get the latest update on Spezia's managerial saga.

Serie B: Donadoni faces sacking by Spezia; D'Angelo poised for return

Another managerial change is on the cards for the Ligurian club.Roberto Donadoni faces the prospect of being sacked at Spezia.Following Saturday afternoon’s 3-1 comeback defeat away to Juve Stabia, the Ligurian club is set to change manager.The team are in the relegation zone in third-last place with 30 points (the same as second-last Reggiana) from 32 league matches in Serie B, with six rounds remaining in the regular season.The play-out zone is just one point above them, whilst the safety zone is four points away.After a five-year break from management, Donadoni took charge of Spezia on 4 November (when the team were bottom of the table with seven points from 11 games, just like Sampdoria) following the sacking of Luca D'Angelo, and is now set to be recalled as manager.The decision will be made later today by the club’s owners. The owner of the Ligurian club is Charlie Stillitano, who, as a director, brought Donadoni to play for the Metrostars in 1996.Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting

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The Turbulent Journey at Spezia

Spezia's recent struggles have left the club on the brink of yet another managerial change. Despite a promising start to his tenure, Roberto Donadoni now finds himself on the verge of being replaced following a series of disappointing results.

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Current Standings and Implications

With Spezia languishing in the relegation zone, sitting third from bottom with only six rounds left in the Serie B season, urgent action is needed. The precarious position of the club has prompted the ownership to contemplate a switch in management to steer the team away from potential disaster.

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The Return of D'Angelo

Luca D'Angelo, the former manager who was relieved of his duties earlier in the season, is now being considered for a dramatic return to the helm. The prospect of D'Angelo reclaiming the reins adds an intriguing twist to the unfolding drama at Spezia.

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Ownership's Decision Looms

Charlie Stillitano, the influential figure behind Spezia's ownership, is poised to make a crucial decision regarding the managerial situation at the club. Donadoni's potential departure and D'Angelo's potential comeback will undoubtedly shape the narrative for Spezia in the coming weeks.

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Staying Updated with GOAL.com

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Published on Mar 23, 2026