THIS is the emotional moment Claudio Ranieri breaks down in tears after leading Cagliari to promotion for a THIRD time.
The former Chelsea and Leicester manager, 71, took charge of his former club in January – a year after being sacked by Watford.
Claudio Ranieri burst into tears as he guided Cagliari back to Serie A
It’s the third time Ranieri has promoted Cagliari, and the second time to Serie A
And Ranieri instilled a fighting spirit in the side as they sealed a play-off spot in Serie B.
It saw Cagliari end up playing Bari in a two-legged final.
And Ranieri’s side booked their return to Serie A after Leonardo Pavoletti netted a dramatic 94th minute winner last night.
Incredible scenes followed, with Ranieri bursting into tears before sobbing in the arms of his backroom staff.
The veteran boss was overcome with emotion after guiding Cagliari to Italy’s top flight again.
Ranieri first joined them back in 1988, with the club in Serie C at the time.
In his first season, Cagliari clinched title to move up to Serie B.
And just one year later, they made it back-to-back promotions by entering Serie A.
Fans hailed Ranieri’s latest stunning achievement
Fans were left stunned by yet another remarkable accomplishment from Ranieri, who famously led Leicester to the Premier League title in 2016.
One said: “Ranieri is the epitome of class.”
Another declared: “Ranieri is a miracle maker, a true gentleman too.”
One noted: “This guy is simply a legend.”
Another added: “One of the all-time greats.”
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