Northeast United rope in Vincenzo Alberto Annese as their head coach after parting ways with Marco Balbul: Northeast United FC appoint two times I-League champion Vincenzo Alberto Annese as their head coach after parting ways with Marco Balbul. The Highlanders had to taste defeat in all their matches in spite of coming close to snatching points on quite a few occasions. The Italian maestro previously had a successful stint with the I-League club Gokulam Kerala. Under him, the Malabarians clinched back-to-back Hero I-League titles (2020-21, 2021-22).
Northeast United FC had a horrible start to their Hero ISL 2022-23 campaign, losing all 8 games they played. With loads of things ongoing behind the scenes (sacking the Technical Director Fans protest and Boycotts, and others), the club sacked head coach Marco Balbul.
The 38-year-old Italian is an experienced campaigner, previously managing clubs – Belize, KF Liria, PSIS. He was runners-up in the 2019 CONCACAF. However, the major highlight of his career was his successful stint with Gokulam Kerala, becoming champions for two consecutive years. The Italian always likes to build a squad and is known for finding talents and making them one of the best in the country. Emil Benny and Jithin MS blossomed under him. The two midfielders will reunite with Annese as the Italian has an uphill task that lies ahead.
Vincenzo Alberto Annese is known for his strong words. Previously, we saw him giving bold statements on Indian Football. Reportedly, the club had initiated talks with the Italian before the start of the season. However, the talks didn’t go through as the club announced Marco. it remains to be seen if the Highlanders manage to find some sort of stability under Vincenzo.
NorthEast United FC will face two-time champions, Chennaiyin at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium on Saturday at 7.30 PM. The match will be live-telecasted on Disney Hotstar VIP, and JIO TV.
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