Rome, 1 February (LaPresse) – Following their 1-3 defeat to Sassuolo, Pisa announced the sacking of Alberto Gilardino. ‘Pisa Sporting Club announces that it has informed Alberto Gilardino of its difficult decision, both personally and professionally, to change the technical leadership of the first team,’ reads the statement from the Tuscan club. "We offer our sincere thanks to Alberto and all the members of his staff for what they have given to the club, the team and the Nerazzurri fans over the past few months. Pisa Sporting Club will announce the name of the new head coach of the first team in the coming hours."