Sampdoria news

Sampdoria: Pafundi’s season may be over, Viti is training separately; injuries remain a concern

As well as the Sampdoria playmaker, there is uncertainty surrounding Viti: the defender is expected to be available for the Empoli match, but we have seen in the past how ‘managing’ him can turn into a problem

Spezia Calcio v UC Sampdoria - Coppa Italia

Sampdoria, Fredberg: "I’m definitely staying; I’m saddened by the rumours of disagreements with Mancini"

Despite the strong criticism directed at him, the Sampdoria director has confirmed Lombardo as manager and announced that he will remain at the club

Hellas Verona FC v Udinese Calcio - Serie A TIM

Sampdoria: Lombardo stays on as manager. Cioffi was never an option

Sampdoria: Mancini had reached an agreement with D'Angelo, but now wants to keep Lombardo. Fredberg is considering Cioffi

Sampdoria’s sporting director had offered D’Angelo a lucrative contract, but the call from Spezia and the victory over Avellino threw a spanner in the works

Sampdoria: Mancini-Fredberg 'cold war'; Lombardo also under discussion

The two managers often disagree: the Italian would like to keep Popeye in charge, whilst the Dane is looking for other options

Sampdoria: Lombardo wins, but a new manager could still be appointed – the names

Despite the three points secured against Avellino, the current interim manager’s position is not secure: there have been talks with D’Angelo, but other names are also being considered

Sampdoria 2–1 Avellino: the match statistics

A tense first half dominated by nerves, but Sampdoria came alive in the second half to take a 2-0 lead. Biasci pulled one back late on, but the Blucerchiati secured three precious points

Sampdoria: Lombardo could leave on a high even with a win – following the crucial match that will decide his future, an update on the situation and the potential candidates

The board of directors is said to have decided to offer any future manager a contract running until 2027: the names of D'Angelo, Pagliuca and Pecchia are being mentioned

Sampdoria: the story behind the sensational protest in Bogliasco

The focus is on the ownership, but also on the players and certain attitudes deemed unprofessional. Lombardo and his staff have been spared; should the team lose tomorrow, further action may be taken

"Either you save yourselves or we'll kill you": the furious protest by Sampdoria fans

Sampdoria haven’t won in five matches and have once again slipped dangerously close to the relegation zone

Italy Training Session And Press Conference

Sampdoria, what a mess: Lombardo’s place in doubt, Avellino crucial. Diana’s blunder

Further twists and turns may be in store for Sampdoria: Avellino is a make-or-break match for Lombardo, but there is no consensus within the club. Board meeting today

Nine teams within five points: a relegation battle in Serie B

The league table is very tight, and there are still plenty of head-to-head matches to be played to avoid relegation to Serie C

Sampdoria, Lombardo: "We've taken a beating – hands up if anyone wants to give up"

The Sampdoria manager sends a clear message to the team: "I brought Pierini and Giordano on after 15 minutes to send a signal"

Sampdoria: Manfredi and Tey set a double negative 'record'. All the figures

Following the 2-0 defeat in Carrara, the battle for survival has become even more difficult. The crisis, however, began some time ago; this dramatic turn of events is a (horror) film we’ve seen before

Sampdoria, Cassano: "The fish stinks from the head down; Manfredi is doing more damage than hail. Thank goodness Lombardo is here"

The former Sampdoria playmaker has pointed the finger at the club’s president and, more broadly, at the club’s management

Sampdoria's likely line-up: Lombardo makes few changes – Soleri is favoured over Brunori, with Ferrari in defence

The 3-4-2-1 formation has been confirmed, with Di Pardo starting in midfield ahead of Depaoli, behind the strike partnership of Begic and Cherubini

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Sampdoria’s Manfredi responds to Carrarese: “Crucial points are at stake for our objective; I agree with the call”

The Sampdoria chairman responded to Carrarese’s statement, adding: “Wherever Sampdoria play, we always find an atmosphere of intense anticipation and competition.”

Sampdoria: Palma training separately; Hadzikadunic and Abildgaard also out, but no 4-4-2 formation. Carrarese statement: "Let’s not get distracted by incidents and referees"

The usual squad crisis, this time in defence. Hadzikadunic is out; Palma takes his place. Ferrari returns

Sampdoria v Venezia: CM’s player ratings: Martinelli was alert, Brunori was largely invisible

Sampdoria held Venezia to a 0-0 draw. An important point for Lombardo on his debut. A solid defence meant Venezia’s strikers failed to make an impact

Sampdoria v Venezia 0–0: match statistics

Sampdoria held the mighty Venezia at Marassi in a tough match played in torrential rain. An important point for Lombardo on his debut as manager

Sampdoria, supporters' meeting: criticism of the club, support for the team

Samp, all the background information on the coaching situation

The former Spezia manager has reportedly declined the offer. Iachini is fully available.

Ex-Chelsea & Liverpool striker reveals club didn't feed him

Former Chelsea and Liverpool striker Fabio Borini has revealed he wanted to sue former club Sampdoria as they did not feed him during a lean patch in his career. Borini's revelations come just weeks after his surprise return to English football with Salford City, who are owned by members from Manchester United's 'Class of '92'. Back on English shores, the Italian will be looking to rebuild his career and rediscover his love for the game after what he describes as one of the darkest periods of his life.

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