Walter Mazzarri to remain as Iraklis head coach after discussions

Following the football match between Iraklis and PAOK at Toumba Stadium on October 18, 2026, Iraklis head coach Walter Mazzarri expressed severe frustration regarding officiating decisions by referee Vassilis Fotias. Mazzarri’s assistant, Eugenio Sena, reported that the Italian coach was so dissatisfied that he contemplated resigning and returning to Italy, alleging that his team had lost seven points due to similar officiating issues this season. Consequently, Mazzarri declined to attend the post-match press conference.

Following these events, Mazzarri held an emergency meeting with Panagiotis Monemvassiotis, the owner and administrative leader of the club, to discuss the team's future. While reports initially suggested that the coach was on the verge of departure due to the perceived injustice, the situation was resolved on October 19. The club confirmed that Mazzarri no longer intends to resign and will continue his duties as head coach, expecting to lead the team's next training session as scheduled.