Fiorentina sack Fabio Grosso after three defeats: A fracture or an alarm bell?

On September 6, 2026, AC Fiorentina officially announced the dismissal of manager Fabio Grosso. The decision came less than three months after the 48-year-old coach signed a two-year contract on June 8. The direct cause was a run of three consecutive Serie A defeats at the start of the 2026/25 season, leaving the club bottom of the table with just one goal scored and nine conceded. Fiorentina lost 0-4, 0-3 and 1-2 in their opening three matches. Three games, three defeats, nine goals conceded. It was a start so poor that even the most optimistic supporter could not find a tactical excuse. Grosso arrived with a solid reputation from Sassuolo, where he earned promotion, and from steady mid-table work in Serie B. But at Fiorentina, he was never given enough time to build a clear playing identity. The club's history of quick managerial changes, including the sacking of Pioli after a ten-match winless run, suggests a deeper institutional problem. The dismissal may calm the immediate anger of the fans, but it does not address the structural weakness in the squad and transfer policy. Fiorentina need stability, a clear plan and a coach who can restore confidence before the next match against Venezia. Otherwise, the crisis will repeat itself.