Mar 5 β€’ 05:24 UTC πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Qatar Al Jazeera

English club sacks coach after a series of catastrophic defeats

Tranmere Rovers has dismissed head coach Andy Crosby following a string of poor performances that have left the team close to relegation.

Tranmere Rovers, a club competing in England's League Two, has announced the immediate dismissal of head coach Andy Crosby after a disappointing run of results. The decision comes after the team suffered ten losses in their last eleven matches, stagnating the club in 19th place, just eight points above the relegation zone. This dire situation has put the club at risk of experiencing a historic relegation, prompting urgent action from the management.

The team's last victory was on February 14 against Crawley, marking a disappointing tally of only two wins since the start of 2026. This winless streak has significantly undermined the club's morale and championship aspirations, leading to mounting pressure on the coaching staff. In the wake of Crosby's departure, the club is searching for a means to shake things up and avert further decline.

In the official statement, Tranmere Rovers confirmed that Andy Parkinson will take over as the acting head coach, starting with a crucial match against Oldham Athletic. He will be assisted by Connor Jennings and Joe Murphy. Comments from club chairman Mark Palios highlighted the achievements Crosby made last season, though he acknowledged the significant challenges faced this season, pointing to the need for change to restore the team's competitive edge.

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