 The following season, Reggiana were relegated once again, and in 1997, Mazzola moved to Piacenza.He stayed with the club for three seasons, all of which were in Serie A, helping the club to avoid relegation; he was named the club's captain during the 1998–99 season.He subsequently moved to Hellas Verona in 2000, becoming an important part of the club's midfield; he remained with the club until 2007, when he signed with Swiss Challenge League side Lugano, playing with the club for two seasons.