# Trapani Calcio prepares for Serie D following court ruling

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/trapani-calcio-serie-d-transition
> Updated: 2026-08-27T15:01:27.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 3.

Following the FIGC council's denial of reinstatement to Serie C, Trapani Calcio is preparing for the 2026/27 Serie D season. President Valerio Antonini has initiated a major roster overhaul involving 16 players, and due to stadium disputes, the team will play home matches at the Velodromo in Palermo.

Under head coach Salvatore Aronica, the squad has been training in Valderice to prepare for its Coppa Italia Serie D debut against Ragusa. Although the training camp was delayed, Aronica reported that the team has reached a good level of physical condition following a 6-0 win against Città di San Vito Lo Capo and a 2-1 victory over Partinicaudace. The coaching staff had to adjust athletic programming after the Coppa Italia match was rescheduled from August 30 to August 23. The roster remains nearly complete, though the club is still seeking an under-age goalkeeper and an additional forward to support current attacking options including Leveque, Napolitano, Jallow, Sarr, Sasanelli, and Randazzo.

Legal efforts to overturn the club's status have been unsuccessful. The Lazio Regional Administrative Court (TAR) rejected precautionary appeals filed by Trapani Calcio, confirming its relegation to Serie D. The court ruled that the club failed to demonstrate ‘fumus boni iuris’ and did not meet mandatory deadlines regarding fiscal and social security compliance. In its ruling, the court prioritized the ‘regularity and certainty of sporting competitions’ over the club's individual economic interests.

## Claims

- The Lazio Regional Administrative Court (TAR) rejected the precautionary appeals filed by Trapani. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The court found the club's request lacked sufficient 'fumus boni iuris', or the presumption of an existing right. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The club failed to comply with Article 85 of the FIGC Internal Organizational Rules regarding mandatory deadlines. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The court prioritized the public interest in the regularity and certainty of tournaments over the club's individual economic interests. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The club's relegation was caused by administrative irregularities related to fiscal and social security compliance. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-27: Trapani Calcio relegation to Serie D confirmed by court

The Lazio Regional Administrative Court rejected Trapani Calcio's appeal, confirming its relegation to Serie D due to fiscal irregularities and failure to meet FIGC regulatory deadlines.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/trapani-calcio-relegation-to-serie-d-confirmed-by-court

### 2026-08-17: Trapani prepares for Coppa Italia debut under Salvatore Aronica

Trapani coach Salvatore Aronica reports the squad is in good condition for their upcoming Coppa Italia Serie D debut, despite adjusting training schedules and seeking two final signings.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/trapani-prepares-for-coppa-italia-serie-d-debut

### 2026-07-29: Trapani Calcio stays in Serie D after failed Serie C reinstatement

Trapani Calcio remains in Serie D after FIGC denial of Serie C reinstatement; owner Valerio Antonini announces 16 new players and a new staff, with home games moved to Palermo's velodrome.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/trapani-calcio-stays-in-serie-d-as-club-unveils-new-squad

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