Sport
Pirlo ‘honoured’ to be named new Juventus coach – The World Game
Andrea Pirlo described his pride at being named Juventus head coach as he made his first public comments since Saturday’s shock appointment.
Serie A champions Juve moved swiftly after they were knocked out of the UEFA Champions League by Lyon in the last 16 on Saturday (AEST).
Coach Maurizio Sarri was sacked the following day, with Pirlo – only recently named their Under-23s boss – promoted as his replacement on a two-year deal.
The 2006 FIFA World Cup winner took to social media on Sunday and said: “I’m deeply pleased and honoured to receive such respect and trust from Juventus.
“Ready for this amazing opportunity!”
Pirlo is now…
-
Noosa News13 hours agoReubhan Ralph identified as man behind terrifying childcare centre incident in Peregian Springs on the Sunshine Coast
-
General11 hours agoPolice say new leads being pursued after baby’s body found in Alexander Heights stormwater drain
-
General19 hours agoQueensland announced as 2027 Women’s Softball World Cup host in first Australian event since 1965
-
Noosa News21 hours agoInquest into Rosemarie Campbell’s death three days after gastric bypass surgery hears of ‘massive loss’ to family