Born in
Santarcangelo di Romagna, Nicoletti was originally a teacher, having previously been a youth player at
Cesena, where he played as a
goalkeeper. Nicoletti began his coaching career in the 1970s, initially managing
Emilia-Romagna-based San Mauro, Savignano and Corpolo. In 1985, Nicoletti joined
Vis Pesaro, staying with the club for four years. Nicoletti later managed
Giarre,
Taranto,
Empoli,
Pisa,
Trapani,
Gualdo,
Livorno,
Cesena,
Pistoiese,
Lucchese,
Spezia and
S.P.A.L. After retiring as a coach he became a professor and advisor to the Italian Football Coaches Association. ==References==