Serie B news

How are things going with Hasa and Napoli’s plans: is he the new Vergara?

New talents are coming through for Conte’s future Napoli side.

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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

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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

Donadoni set to be sacked by Spezia

Another managerial change is on the cards for the Ligurian club.

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

How is Insigne getting on at Pescara?

Having returned in January after leaving Toronto, he immediately became a key player in the league

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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

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Lyon’s Fonseca split and betting tips for Ligue 1 trips to Brest and Lille

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Venice top the table, Palermo 'only' in the play-offs: who will make it to Serie A?

Fixtures, the league table and what the bookmakers are saying about the promotion race in Serie B

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

Serie B, results and scorers: Insigne steals the show as Pescara soar

Following yesterday’s matches, Matchday 31 came to a close today with crucial wins for Pescara, Frosinone and Avellino

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

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.”

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Serie B: Ashley Cole’s debut for Cesena ends in defeat at Mantua

The new English manager makes his debut in the Italian second division, taking to the pitch for the midweek fixture on matchday 31.

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

Petagna on fire: Monza’s secret weapon for Serie A

The former Milan, Atalanta and Napoli striker is in fine form and is aiming to lead the Brianza-based side back to Serie A.

The Catanzaro v Modena match has been called off: the reason why and when it will be rescheduled

The decision ahead of the midweek fixture.

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Ashley Cole joins Cesena – what’s the story behind it? The reasons behind the move

Following Mignani’s dismissal, the Bianconeri have made a surprise move for the former Arsenal, Chelsea and Roma full-back

Cesena, official: Ashley Cole is the new manager

It’s official: Cesena have appointed Cole.

Ex-Chelsea star Cole lined up for shock first managerial role

Former Arsenal and Chelsea defender Ashley Cole is reportedly in talks to join Serie B side Cesena in his first senior managerial role after previously serving as England's assistant coach. Cole has also spent time working alongside Frank Lampard at Everton and Wayne Rooney with Birmingham City. The 45-year-old is now ready to step out on his own.