Gennaro Gattuso Appointed as New Head Coach of Lazio

Gattuso Takes the Helm at Lazio

According to Главком: Gennaro Gattuso has been named the new manager of Serie A side Lazio. This move comes after his departure from the Italian national team, where he served until a defeat in the 2026 World Cup qualifying final against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Under his guidance, Lazio finished the 2025/26 season in ninth place in Italy's top flight.

Gattuso's Career Journey

Born in Calabria, Gattuso is now 48 years old. He began his professional football career at Perugia, making his senior debut in the 1995/96 season. After two years there, he moved to Scottish club Rangers for a full season before joining Salernitana. A pivotal moment came when he transferred to AC Milan ahead of the 1999/2000 campaign, where he spent 13 years. During his time at Milan, Gattuso won two Serie A titles, the Coppa Italia, two Supercoppa Italiana trophies, and two UEFA Champions League crowns.

Beyond his club achievements, Gattuso also enjoyed international success, lifting the 2006 FIFA World Cup with Italy. His managerial career kicked off at Swiss side Sion, followed by stints with several clubs, including:

• Palermo
• Pisa
• Milan
• Napoli
• OFI
• Valencia
• Marseille
• Hajduk

He secured the 2019/20 Coppa Italia while in charge of Napoli.

Current Football Developments

Other notable events are unfolding in the football world. Japan’s national team defeated Tunisia in the World Cup group stage, with forward Ueda scoring a brace and midfielder Kamada and winger Junya Ito each adding a goal. Meanwhile, Germany, led by Julian Nagelsmann, beat Ivory Coast with two second-half strikes, including a double from striker Undav.

Gattuso’s appointment at Lazio marks a fresh chapter in his career, building on his previous managerial experience and his legacy as a player. It also reflects the club’s push to regain ground in Serie A after a disappointing previous season. At the same time, international successes like those of Japan and Germany highlight the growing competitiveness of global football, which can influence club transfers and coaching decisions.