- Pioli reveals he left Al-Nassr to chase “more challenge”
- The 59-year-old said he "never felt so prepared" to return to Serie A
- Stefano was officially presented by Fiorentina on Tuesday
AFPStefano Pioli explains why he quit Saudi Arabia after less than a year for Serie A return as Cristiano Ronaldo's ex-Al-Nassr boss wanted 'more pressure and greater satisfaction'
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✅ Broadcasts up to two live Serie A fixtures each week, heavily focusing on the biggest clubs and highest-profile Sunday evening games.
✅ Packages Italian domestic football alongside complete, exclusive coverage of the UEFA Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League.
✅ Includes multiple live Premier League matches, Premiership Rugby, and MotoGP in the same linear and streaming package.
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✅ Broadcasts 38 live Serie A matches throughout the season, making top-flight Italian football accessible without a pay-TV subscription.
✅ Streams seamlessly across all smart TVs, consoles, and mobile devices via the ubiquitous BBC iPlayer.
✅ In partnership with BBC ALBA, offers alternative language broadcasts for a localized Scottish viewing experience.
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✅ Serves as the primary home of Italian football in the UK, streaming all 380 Serie A fixtures live and on-demand.
✅ Provides extensive Serie A shoulder programming, match highlights, and dedicated analysis.
✅ Bundles the Italian top flight alongside other global properties like the Saudi Pro League, premium boxing, and the UEFA Women's Champions League.
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✅ Broadcasts up to two live Serie A fixtures each week, heavily focusing on the biggest clubs and highest-profile Sunday evening games.
✅ Packages Italian domestic football alongside complete, exclusive coverage of the UEFA Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League.
✅ Includes multiple live Premier League matches, Premiership Rugby, and MotoGP in the same linear and streaming package.
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Getty ImagesTHE BIGGER PICTURE
Pioli joined Al-Nassr in September 2024, replacing Luis Castro following a poor start to the season. However, the 59-year-old didn't enjoy much success either. He failed to win any silverware during the 2024-25 season, finishing third in the Saudi Pro League alongside defeats in the King's Cup and the AFC Champions League.
The Italian previously managed Fiorentina from 2017 to 2019 before a successful spell at AC Milan, where he won the 2021–22 Scudetto. He now returns to lead La Viola once again.
Getty Images SportWHAT NEXT FOR STEFANO PIOLI AND FIORENTINA?
Pioli now shifts focus to preparing Fiorentina for a strong 2025-26 campaign. After a flat last season, the Serie A club is actively looking to bolster their squad in the ongoing transfer window. Fiorentina have signed 18-year-old Swiss defender Eman Kosp from Barcelona and are reportedly eyeing Inter’s out-of-favour midfielder Kristjan Asllani, who has an €18 million price tag.
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