Italian coach Andrea Anastasi is on the verge of a new return to the Polish PlusLiga, potentially taking over Hemarpol Częstochowa in place of the dismissed Guillermo Falasca. The news was spread by journalist Ewa Mak on the X platform (formerly Twitter), who reported that the club had chosen Anastasi to stabilize the season and bring the team back to its winning rhythm.
Falasca, who is Spanish, was released after a tense period and inconsistent results, and the management has decided to bet on a proven name with a rich history in Polish volleyball.
Anastasi's last stop – Piacenza
Before reappearing on the radar of the Polish press, Anastasi coached Gas Sales Bluenergy Piacenza in the Italian Superlega. The two sides parted ways in February 2025, after which the coach remained free for a new challenge.
Which Polish clubs has he coached so far
Anastasi is among the most loved and respected foreign specialists who have worked in Poland. He has a strong history with two leading teams:
Lotos Trefl Gdańsk (2014–2019)
Under his leadership, the team won the Polish Cup and Supercup, became vice-champion, and established itself as one of the strongest in the league.Projekt Warszawa (2019–2022)
Anastasi transformed the capital club into a stable factor in the PlusLiga and led them to European successes, including participation in the decisive phases of the CEV Cup.
A logical return?
His appointment in Częstochowa would seem a natural continuation of the Italian school's presence in the team, especially after claims by Polish journalists that the atmosphere around the team has been turbulent in recent weeks. Anastasi brings authority, experience, and respect that can stabilize the situation and provide new momentum in the fight for a better ranking.
The news could be confirmed as early as today, as Hemarpol Częstochowa is visiting PGE GiEK SKRA Bełchatów. There is no official confirmation from the club.
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