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MK Dons sack head coach Mark Jackson just days after angry fans confront chairman following relegation to League Two


MK DONS have sacked boss Mark Jackson after the club were relegated to League Two and angry fans confronted their owner.

Their demotion was secured on the final day of the season after they failed to beat Burton Albion.

MK Dons have sacked head coach Mark JacksonCredit: Alamy
MK Dons sack head coach Mark Jackson just days after angry fans confront club chiefs following relegation to League TwoCredit: Twitter / @bencrutchleyy
Pete Winkleman clashed with angry fans after MK Dons went downCredit: Getty Images – Getty

Jackson’s assistants Robbie Stockdale and analyst Aaron Dagger have also been axed.

A club statement read: “We would like to thank Mark, Robbie and Aaron for their efforts during their time at Stadium MK.

“Everyone at MK Dons wishes them every success in the future.

“Chairman Pete Winkelman will meet with the media on Thursday to address the club’s relegation to Sky Bet League Two and to discuss next steps for MK Dons.”

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Winkleman is under pressure from supporters that raged at him in the car park after relegation.

Fans confronted the chief, demanding answers, and were greeted with an angry reaction.

Winkleman accepted relegation and swore at fans while they allege false promises were made.

Jackson had been in charge of MK Dons since December.

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He took the reigns for 25 games, winning just six.

Jackson previously spent a number of years at Leeds, coaching the youth teams.

The 45-year-old most notably played for the Whites and Scunthorpe in his playing days.

It is unclear who will take over as MK Dons boss in League Two.

They had spent the last four seasons in the division above.

Angry fans shouted at owner Pete WinklemanCredit: Twitter / @bencrutchleyy


Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk


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