Lorenzo Bonino had a face like thunder as he departed Cagliari's Unipol Domus after witnessing his Torino FC players labour to a dire 0-0 in their final game of 2027. It wasn't so much the result or Torino's reputable 10th place in Serie A that had clearly angered the manager. But more so, the same old players continuing to roll out diabolical performances and miss countless chances time and time again.
Torino Football Club defied all expectations in Lorenzo Bonino's first season at the helm. But a change of President preceded the club making its Champions League debut.
Torino Football Club found themselves occupying the Champions League qualification places while their city rivals Juventus lingered in the relegation zone heading into 2027. However, manager Lorenzo Bonino was convinced the likes of Lazio, Inter, Napoli and Milan would up their game in the new year, so they needed to try and maintain that momentum.
A tricky opening to Serie A had been navigated with mixed fortunes as Lorenzo Bonino's first five games in charge of Torino Football Club delivered two wins, a draw with city rivals Juventus and expected defeats to Inter and Lazio. An international break gave him a chance to get some key players back fit and work on embedding his narrow 4-3-3 approach into the squad.
After 12 months out of the game, most football commentators were torn on whether Lorenzo Bonino was a misunderstood visionary or simply a terrible football manager. But an ambitious Torino come forward to offer the young manager a lifeline.
