Andrea Pirlo appointed as new United FC head coach

World 25 July 2025 at 06:14

Aliou Toundé

News Editor

Free since his departure from Sampdoria in August 2024, Andrea Pirlo is making his return to the dugout.

The legendary former midfielder has been named head coach of United FC, a club based in the United Arab Emirates. The news was confirmed this Friday, July 25. Pirlo, 46, now takes charge of a team competing in the UAE top flight. This new challenge marks the Italian's comeback to coaching after a year away from the game.

With his arrival, United FC is hoping to take a step forward thanks to the experience and footballing vision of the former Juventus and Azzurri maestro.