Ignazio Abate Appointed New Head Coach of Torino FC
Former AC Milan and Italy international Ignazio Abate, 39, has been appointed as Torino’s new head coach, signing a contract until 2028. He replaces Roberto D’Aversa after Torino finished 12th in Serie A. Abate previously coached Serie B side Juve Stabia to a 7th-place finish and promotion playoff semi-finals. This marks his first top-flight managerial role. Abate also played for Torino during the 2008/09 season.
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Ignazio Abate Appointed New Head Coach of Torino
Torino FC has appointed Ignazio Abate as their new head coach, replacing Roberto D'Aversa whose contract was not renewed. The announcement was made on June 12, 2026, with Abate signing a contract until June 30, 2028, effective from July 1, 2026. Abate, a former Italian international and AC Milan player, will be taking on his first top-flight managerial role. He previously coached Juve Stabia in Serie B, leading them to a 7th-place finish last season. Torino finished 12th in Serie A last season and acted quickly to secure a successor after D'Aversa's departure.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertIgnazio Abate Returns to Torino as New Head Coach
Former Italy international and AC Milan youth product Ignazio Abate has been appointed as the new manager of Torino, returning to the club where he previously played. The 39-year-old coach signed a contract until 2028, replacing Roberto D'Aversa, who left after securing Torino's Serie A survival with a 12th-place finish. Abate's coaching career includes stints at Ternana, Juve Stabia, and notably Milan's youth setup, where he led the team to the UEFA Youth League final. Torino officially welcomed him back with a statement expressing warm regards and support.
FútbolIgnazio Abate Appointed Torino Coach After Successful Serie B Season with Juve Stabia
Ignazio Abate, the 39-year-old former AC Milan and Italy national team right-back, has been appointed as the new head coach of Torino FC, signing a contract until 2028. The announcement came shortly after Torino parted ways with Roberto D'Aversa, who had been in charge since late February. Abate joins Torino following an impressive Serie B campaign with Juve Stabia, where he led the club to the semi-finals of the promotion playoffs. This marks Abate's first head coaching role in Serie A. He previously played for Torino during the 2008-2009 season, making 27 appearances, and spent the majority of his playing career at AC Milan with 306 matches. Abate also earned 22 caps for the Italian national team.
Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continuOfficial: Former AC Milan Player Ignazio Abate Appointed as New Head Coach of Torino
Torino Football Club has officially announced the appointment of Ignazio Abate as their new head coach. The 39-year-old former Italian international has signed a two-year contract with the Serie A club. Abate, who played as a full-back during his career, spent the majority of his playing days at AC Milan and also had a loan spell at Torino during the 2008/09 season. After retiring, he transitioned into coaching, managing Milan's youth team, Ternana, and most recently Serie B side Juve Stabia. Last season, he led Juve Stabia to a 7th-place finish in Serie B, but the team lost 3-4 to Monza in the promotion playoff semi-finals, missing out on promotion to Serie A. Abate's appointment marks his first head coaching role in Italy's top flight.
虎扑 - 足球Romano and Di Marzio Confirm Abate as New Torino Head Coach
On June 9, multiple media outlets including Romano, Moreto, and Di Marzio confirmed that former AC Milan star Ignazio Abate will become the new head coach of Torino. The Serie A club will sign him to a two-year contract. Abate previously coached Serie B side Juvestabia last season, leading them to a seventh-place finish. They lost 3-4 to Monza in the promotion play-off semi-finals, missing out on promotion to Serie A. The appointment marks Abate's first head coaching role in Italy's top flight.
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