End of the road at Gimnasia: Zaniratto quit after loss to Huracán | OneFootball

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

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

Sunday’s result not only deepened doubts about the team’s footballing level, but also sparked strong discontent among the fans, who made their frustration known 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 comments from the players, a clear sign of the delicate moment the squad was going through. That institutional silence only fueled uncertainty over the manager’s future.

Zaniratto’s numbers show an inconsistent run. 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 tenure.

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

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 posts in the current Apertura, in a competition that has shown high turnover on the benches due to the demand for results. Now, El Lobo from La Plata will have to reorganize quickly to try to turn things around and get back into the fight. 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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