Giorgio Rumignani died in his home in Lignano Sabbiadoro (Udine) at the age of 86the. A footballer in the role of midfielder in Serie B and C between 1957 and 1971, he stood out for his tactical acumen, reliability and positional sense. As a coach he coached numerous teams including Barletta, Piacenza, Andria, Pisa, Pescara, Ravenna, Monza and Palermo.
The two seasons at Pescara were particularly important, between 1993 and 1995, where he achieved salvation in Serie B which represents a decisive turning point for the club and for the white and blue fans. Among Rumignani’s memorable salvations was also that of 1987 with Barletta, again in Serie B, which he himself defined as “miraculous”.
Pescara: “He wrote an indelible page in our history”
On its social media accounts, Pescara describes him as “a man of values, character and competence. Giorgio Rumignani wrote an indelible page in our history with the salvation of 1993/94. Pescara Calcio joins in the family’s grief. Hello mister.”
The Rosanero club also greeted him with a message on social media: “Palermo expresses its condolences for the passing of Giorgio Rumignanirosanero coach in 1988 and 1997″.
Barletta: “Dear mister, a hug from up there”
Barletta Calcio writes on its Facebook page: “Mister Giorgio Rumignani passed away at the age of 86, the red and white coach of the first historic season in Serie B. The entire sports community of Barletta joins in the condolences that have struck the Rumignani family and expresses its deepest condolences. Dear mister, a red and white hug up there!”
