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Serie C Drama: Liverani Sacked by Ternana; Viali Appointed to Lead Catania

Two key managers have been sacked in the third-tier leagues. Fabio Liverani is no longer Ternana’s manager, while Catania appoint Viali to replace Toscano. Get the latest on the shake-ups in Serie C.

Serie C Drama: Liverani Sacked by Ternana; Viali Appointed to Lead Catania

Two key managers have been sacked in the third-tier leagues.Fabio Liverani is no longer Ternana’s manager. The Umbrian club sacked the manager following a 1-0 defeat away to Vis Pesaro, with Di Paola scoring in the 4th minute and Dubickas being sent off in the 29th minute, leaving the team down to 10 men. The side is now under the interim management of Pasquale Fazio, the Under-17s coach. Ternana are tenth in the table in the play-off zone with 42 points from 30 league games, level with Gubbio and Vis Pesaro. In the next round of Group B on Friday evening, Ternana play at home against Sambenedettese.In Group C, Catania have sacked manager Domenico Toscano despite a 2-1 away win at Altamura, secured thanks to a goal from Tiago Casasola in the 97th minute. He is replaced by William Viali, who has signed a contract until June 2027. The Sicilian side are second in the table with 64 points from 32 league games, 12 points behind leaders Benevento. In the next round, Catania play at home against Casarano in Monday evening’s late kick-off.Ternana Calcio announces that Fabio Liverani has been relieved of his duties as first-team manager.The club would like to thank the manager and his staff – Claudio Bellucci, Maurizio Cantarelli and Federico Fabellini – for the hard work and professionalism they have shown throughout the season, and wishes them every success in their future careers.The technical leadership of the First Team has been temporarily entrusted to Pasquale Fazio, the current coach of Ternana’s Under-17s, who will take charge of the team from today’s training session.----------Catania Football Club announces that it has relieved First Team technical director Domenico Toscano and assistant coach Michele Napoli of their respective duties: we would like to thank both professionals for their work and wish them the very best in their personal and professional lives.Catania Football Club announces that it has appointed Mr William Viali as head coach of the first team; he has signed a contract valid until 30 June 2027.Alongside Viali, assistant coach Marcello Cottafava also joins the Rossazzurri.President Rosario Pelligra and the entire club wish them both every success in their new roles.Catania’s new manager will be officially presented to journalists and media representatives on Wednesday 18 March at 11.00 am in the press room. Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting

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Ternana's Managerial Upheaval

Following a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Vis Pesaro, Ternana took the hard decision to part ways with Fabio Liverani. The loss, compounded by an early goal from Di Paola and a red card to Dubickas, marked the end of Liverani's tenure at the Umbrian club. Ternana, currently sitting tenth in the table, has entrusted Pasquale Fazio, the Under-17s coach, with interim management duties.

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Catania's Unsettling Move

In Group C, Catania made a surprising decision to relieve manager Domenico Toscano from his position, despite a recent 2-1 victory over Altamura. The Sicilian side swiftly appointed William Viali as the new head coach, signing him on until 2027. Sitting second in the table, Catania hopes this change will propel them closer to the league leaders, Benevento.

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Acknowledgements and Transition

Both Ternana Calcio and Catania Football Club expressed gratitude towards their outgoing managers and staff members, recognizing their hard work and dedication. The clubs are optimistic about the future with their new coaching setups and are looking forward to the upcoming matches under fresh leadership.

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Looking Ahead

As Ternana prepares to face Sambenedettese in the next round, Catania gears up for a home game against Casarano. Fans eagerly await the performances under the guidance of the new managerial appointments. Stay tuned for more updates in the Serie C saga.

Published on Mar 17, 2026