Sevilla part ways with Jorge Sampaoli after defeat to Getafe
Argentina’s Jorge Sampaoli was dismissed as Sevilla’s head coach on Tuesday, a move announced by the club after he had been brought in last October to replace Julen Lopetegui. Sevilla stated that they were looking to appoint a new manager in the same week, signaling a shift in their coaching plans as the season progressed.
Messages from the club confirmed that Sampaoli would no longer lead the team, with the club posting on social media to mark the change. The decision came amid a downturn in results and a goal distribution that left the squad facing a challenging run-in to secure their season goals.
The departure followed a 2-0 defeat to Getafe, a result that left Sevilla staring at a mid-table position and struggling to break away from potential relegation pressures. The setback came after a stretch of mixed results that did not meet the club’s expectations, placing them in fourteenth position with twenty-eight points as the campaign wore on.
During his tenure, Sampaoli oversaw 31 competitive matches across all competitions. His record included thirteen victories, six draws, and twelve losses, reflecting a period of transformation and tactical experimentation as the squad sought to return to its top form. The club’s management, players, and supporters will now turn their attention to the next steps, including the search for a manager who can steady the ship and guide Sevilla toward their short-term targets and long-term ambitions.