End of an era at Gimnasia: Zaniratto stepped down after Huracán | OneFootball

The coach was removed after a negative run and an increasingly tense atmosphere with the fans; the Reserve team will take charge on an interim basis.

Fernando Zaniratto’s time in charge of Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata came to an end amid an adverse context. After the emphatic 3-0 defeat to Huracán at the Bosque in the 2026 Apertura Tournament, the club’s leadership decided to terminate his tenure after Monday’s training session, bringing an end to a spell that had already been under heavy scrutiny.

Sunday’s result not only deepened doubts about the team’s footballing level, but also triggered strong discontent among the fans, who made their frustration clear with whistles and insults at the final whistle. The atmosphere in the stadium was tense, reflecting a situation that had become increasingly difficult to sustain.

One of the key moments of the day was the coach’s absence from the post-match press conference. There were also no statements from the players, in a clear sign of the delicate moment the squad was going through. That institutional silence only further fueled uncertainty over the manager’s future.

Zaniratto’s numbers reflect an uneven spell. In 22 matches in charge of the first team, he recorded 11 wins, two draws, and nine defeats, with 27 goals scored and 24 conceded. However, the most worrying statistic was the recent form: in the last six matches, he managed just one win, a run that ultimately wore down his cycle.

In addition, the team had piled up three straight defeats in the tournament, including losses to Independiente Rivadavia and Atlético Tucumán, before the blow suffered against Huracán. This negative streak left Gimnasia in 11th place in Zone B, outside the playoff qualification spots.

Given this scenario, the club’s leadership opted for an immediate change. On an interim basis, the team will be led by Ariel Pereyra, who had been in charge of the Reserve team. His debut on the bench will come this Thursday in a key Copa Argentina match against Camioneros, a game that could mark the beginning of a new chapter.

Zaniratto’s departure adds to the list of coaches who have left their positions in the current Apertura, in a competition that has seen high turnover on the benches due to the pressure for results. Now, the La Plata Wolf will have to reorganize quickly to try to turn things around and get back into contention. The challenge will not be easy, but the change in leadership appears to be a gamble to alter the course before it is too late.

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