Chievo hire former Italy coach Ventura

Former Italy coach Gian Piero Ventura has been hired by last-place Serie A club Chievo Verona.

It is the first job for Ventura since he was fired nearly a year ago for Italy’s failure to qualify for the World Cup. Chievo announced yesterday that they have reached a two-year deal with Ventura. The 70-year-old Ventura replaces Lorenzo D’Anna, who was fired on Tuesday following Chievo’s 3-1 loss at AC Milan, the club’s sixth loss in eight matches. Chievo’s only points have come from two draws.