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      Swindon SACK manager Mark Kennedy after less than five months as they release brief 90-word statement

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      SWINDON have sacked boss Mark Kennedy after just five months in charge.The League Two side have confirmed that first team coaches Marcus Bignot, Steve Mildenhall and Gavin Gunning will remain in place to take charge of this weekend’s clash with Gillingham.Swindon have sacked manager Mark KennedyCredit: GettyKennedy, 48, signed a two-year deal with Swindon back in May.But following a poor start to the season, the Irishman has been relieved of his duties.In a 90-word statement, the fourth-tier side confirmed: “Swindon Town Football Club have parted company with head coach Mark Kennedy.”Marcus Bignot, Steve Mildenhall and Gavin Gunning will continue in their current positions, with all three first-team coaches in place to oversee this weekend’s game against Gillingham.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Everyone at Swindon Town Football Club would like to express their appreciation to Mark for his commitment and hard work during his time with the Club and wish him all the best in the future.”A further update on the club’s new head coach will be provided at the earliest opportunity.”The former Ireland international won three of his 16 games in charge of Swindon in all competitions.In his final game in charge they were beaten 2-1 by Salford on Tuesday night.Most read in EFLBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFollowing the match, Kennedy went on to blame his players’ decision making.He told the BBC: “Unfortunately we found a way to lose the game.Former Watford and Gillingham hero Andy Hessenthaler shares crazy EFL story after being attacked by the owner I What the EFL?!”Our decision making leaves me scratching my head a little bit. The games we’ve lost, I don’t feel this season, with the exception of Walsall, anybody’s come and beat us.”Kennedy went on to add: “When I look at Darren [Moore] at Port Vale, Grant [McCann] on Saturday, Karl [Robinson] tonight (Tuesday), when I look back and reflect and visualise the following day having played my team and what they did to beat us, I keep coming up with the same answer: ‘We were really lucky there, they didn’t half help us’.”We’re handing teams wins – Carlisle, two set-pieces, Port Vale first goal, set-piece.’DIFFICULT FOR ME TO TAKE'”Second goal tonight, clear your lines. We bizarrely think we’re going to take somebody on in the box and go across the goal and put ourselves in difficult situations.”That’s really difficult for me to take as a head coach.”Swindon are 22nd in League Two – three points above the relegation zone and already 10 back from the play-off places.Kennedy previously worked as Macclesfield boss in 2020 amid the club’s financial turmoil.He was then appointed Lincoln manager in May 2022 before leaving in October last year.As a player Kennedy represented the likes of Manchester City and Liverpool, before eventually hanging up his boots in 2012 following a spell with Ipswich.Swindon have moved quickly to appoint Ian Holloway as Kennedy’s replacement.The former Crystal Palace, QPR Blackpool and Plymouth Argyle boss will officially begin work on Monday, but will be in attendance as his new side take on Gillingham tomorrow.’SUCCESS AND POSITIVITY’Upon joining the Robins, Holloway said: “I’m delighted to be back working in football after a period out of the game as I wanted to get back into it if the right opportunity arose which, with this opportunity, I feel is the perfect fit for me.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Conversations happened very quickly and both sides were very keen to get the deal done and of course, I was delighted to engage with a club like Swindon Town, a club of whom I know a lot about due to my location and knowledge of the local area.”I want to be able to bring everyone together to deliver success and positivity on and off the pitch and I’m delighted to be at The Nigel Eady County Ground tomorrow to meet you all for the first time as Swindon Town Manager and I look forward to a successful time working together.”Kennedy, 48, previously worked as Lincoln bossCredit: Getty More

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      Top 10 best paid managers in world as sacked Roberto Mancini is knocked off No1 spot

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      ROBERTO MANCINI has lost his spot as the highest paid manager in world football.The 59-year-old was axed as boss of the Saudi Arabian national team after just 14 months in charge.Roberto Mancini lost his spot as the best paid manager in the world after he was sacked as Saudi Arabia boss this weekCredit: GettyPep Guardiola has replaced Mancini on top of the listCredit: GettyMancini had originally penned a deal with the Saudis in August 2023, singing a contract worth an eye watering £77MILLION.That chunky pay packet made him the highest paid manager in the world.With the Italian now sacked, he has lost his spot as the best paid gaffer on the planet.Naturally, the title has been handed to Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola – who is said to be earning £20m-per-year.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLGuardiola’s deal at the Etihad is due to expire this summer with his future in Manchester still very much hanging in the balance.He beats out former disciple and title rival Mikel Arteta to the top spot, with Arsenal’s gaffer the second highest paid manager Arteta, who signed a new contract last month, is earning a reported £15m-per-season with the Gunners.Third and fourth spot belong to the Spanish capital with Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone and Real Madrid gaffer Carlo Ancelotti next on the list.Most read in FootballMikel Arteta is the second best paid boss in world footballCredit: AlamyDiego Simeone is third on the listCredit: EPAFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSSimeone’s £10.1m-per-season deal sees him pip Ancelotti to third spot with the Italian earning slightly less at £9.6m.Jose Mourinho may only be managing in Turkey now, but that doesn’t mean he has forgotten his value.Top 10 highest-paid Premier League starsThe Special One is earning a pretty penny at Fenerbahce, with his £8.9m-a-year deal making him the fifth highest paid boss in the world.Al-Hilal’s Jorge Jesus is the world’s sixth highest paid boss with his efforts earning him £8.4m-per-season.And he’s certainly earned his cash after leading Al-Hilal to an undefeated league title last term.While PSG boss Luis Enrique is pocketing £7.5m every year with the French champions, leaving him in seventh spot.Premier League duo Arne Slot and Erik ten Hag take eighth and ninth place in the list with the pair both making £6.8m-per-season at Liverpool and Manchester United.And there’s a surprising name in 10th spot in the form of ex-Burnley manager Vincent Kompany.The Belgian makes £6.7m every year at new club Bayern Munich, despite seeing his Burnley side relegated from the Prem last term.Mancini might not be too downbeat about being knocked off top spot.READ MORE SUN STORIESWorking off the basis that he will be paid out of his contract in full, Mancini is still in line to make another £60MILLION over the next three years.That equates to £1.79m per month, £413,000 per week, £59,000 per day and £41 per minute.Both Erik ten Hag and Jose Mourinho made the list of big earnersCredit: AFPAl-Hilal manager Jorge Jesus is earning a pretty penny in Saudi ArabiaCredit: GettyVincent Kompany is the tenth best paid bossCredit: Getty More

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      Paul Scholes leaps to Sir Alex Ferguson’s defence as he slams Man Utd over ‘disrespectful’ and ‘distasteful’ axing

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      PAUL SCHOLES has slammed Manchester United’s “distasteful” decision to end Sir Alex Ferguson’s lucrative ambassadorial contract.The iconic Old Trafford midfielder jumped to his former manager’s defence before United drew 1-1 with Fenerbahce in the Europa League.Paul Scholes believes Fergie’s cost-cutting exit was ‘disrespectful’Fergie will no longer receive his £2million-a-year salaryThe legendary Scot, 82, had transitioned into a role as a global ambassador after ending his 26-year tenure back in 2013. The job is believed to have been worth £2.13million-a-year.But it emerged earlier this month that Ineos chief Sir Jim Ratcliffe informed Ferguson in a meeting that his contract would be axed.Speaking on TNT Sports, Scholes said: “I thought it was a little bit distasteful for what that man has done for the club. READ MORE ON MAN UTD”Almost a little bit disrespectful but they’re new owners and new owners makes changes and they think what they’re doing is best for the club.”If they think they can save whatever money I know it’s been talked about £2million, if they think they can use it elsewhere then so be it.”This club owes a lot to Sir Alex Ferguson. It’s where it is now mainly because of the success he had for so many years.“The timing of it was poor because you think they’re in a really bad run of form, could you have waited or done it before the season started, at the end of the season.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFerguson will remain as a non-executive director and retain his place in the chief’s box and table for eight which he hosts at home matches.He is the club’s most successful manager of all time winning 13 Premier Leagues, five FA Cups and two Champions Leagues at the helm at Old Trafford.Manchester United vs Fenerbahce: Player Ratings (1)Ferguson’s formal employment will cease at the end of the current campaign as the club continue in their bid to cut costs.The Ineos CEO and his team have embarked upon a root-and-branch financial review after taking a 27.7 per cent stake in the club in February.The Red Devils’ latest figures take total losses over the past five years to more than £370m, according to BBC Sport.Meanwhile, things aren’t exactly going well on the pitch after Erik ten Hag’s side were held to a third consecutive draw in Europe, leaving them 21st in the league standings.They have now failed to win in European competition for an entire year, since a 1-0 home win over Copenhagen on October 24, 2023.Amid the chaos, Mourinho was red-carded, Andre Onana pulled off a ridiculous double save and Erik ten Hag survived another tactical brainstorm despite Youssef En-Nesyri’s header cancelling out Christian Eriksen’s opener.Man Utd ratings vs Fenerbahce: Onana saves the day for Red Devils as Lindelof has a stinker MANCHESTER UNITED were held to a 1-1 draw by Fenerbahce on a disappointing night in Turkey.Christian Eriksen broke the deadlock for Erik ten Hag’s side in the first half before En-Nesyri levelled soon after the break.Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho was sent to the stands in the second half after a touchline tantrum.But the Red Devils could find a much-needed winner for Erik ten Hag.SunSport’s Emillia Hawkins rates the performances…Andre Onana – 7Made an outstanding double save in the 37th minute to keep two attempts from Youssef En-Nesyri out.His defenders could’ve done much better to prevent Fenerbahce’s goal.Diogo Dalot – 5Failed to track back at times and had his blushes saved in the first half by Ugarte, who made a crucial tackle on Dusan Tadic to prevent a goal.Matthijs de Ligt – 6Made some good blocks during the first half to keep Fenerbahce at bay.Missed a few chances from set-pieces after the break.Victor Lindelof – 4Failed to follow En-Nesyri for Fenerbahce’s opening goal and made no attempt to win the ball.Hauled off in the 54th minute.Lisandro Martinez – 5Like Lindelof, he did not apply any pressure to En-Nesyri for the hosts’ first goal. Poor communication from both.Christian Eriksen – 7Broke the deadlock for United with a great strike into the top-left corner from the edge of the box.Manuel Ugarte – 6Won the ball in the build-up to the first goal and saved Man Utd from conceding with a fantastic last-ditch tackle in front of goal in the 22nd minute.Was lucky to avoid giving away a penalty after the break.Noussair Mazraoui – 6Didn’t look too out of place starting in the No10 position. Played a role in the build-up to the goal, passing the ball to Zirkzee who got the assist.Eventually moved into left-back, allowing Martinez to move central.Marcus Rashford – 5Played out of preferred position and started on the right as opposed to the left.Didn’t make too much of an impact on the game.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Played a key role in the build-up to Erikson’s goal by making a direct run into the box.Challenged Dominik Livakovic a few times and looked lively.Joshua Zirkzee – 5A poor overall performance from the striker despite providing the assist for Eriksen’s opener.Failed to make much of an impact and was hauled off in the 54th minute. More

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      Premier League hero, 43, who ‘needs no introduction’ lands first coaching job at Brighton

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      BRIGHTON great Bobby Zamora has returned to the club as a coach.Zamora, 43, scored 90 goals in 162 appearances for the Seagulls over two spells as a player.Bobby Zamora has taken up a striker consultant role at BrightonCredit: GettyHe will take up the role of ‘striker consultant’ on Fabian Hurzeler’s staff.The two-cap England man is set to work with Albion’s forwards twice a week to try to sharpen their work in the box.Zamora said: “I’m pleased to be back to help the strikers to achieve their goals, working on all elements of football on and off the pitch.“Hopefully I can play a part in helping the club achieve further success.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTechnical director David Weir added: “Brighton fans need no introduction to Bobby.“They know just how clinical he was as a player and about his ability in the penalty box. We feel he can help our attacking players in that regard.”Brighton have made a great start to season under Hurzeler and sit fifth with 15 points from eight games.Danny Welbeck has looked revitalised under the new boss with five goals in eight games and could benefit from Zamora’s arrival.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHowever he may have to wait to work with Zamora after suffering an injury against Newcastle last weekend.The striker was given oxygen and carried off on a stretcher after being hurt in a challenge with Fabian Schar.Chelsea Player vs Brighton Ratings More

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      Jose Mourinho creates ‘football heritage’ with outrageously sarcastic interview about referee after Man Utd draw

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      JOSE MOURINHO gave a sarcastic interview after being sent off during Fenerbahce’s 1-1 draw with Manchester United last night.The Portuguese manager, 61, threw a touchline tantrum when his side were denied a penalty.Jose Mourinho was in a fiery mood after the gameMourinho, 61, received a red card for throwing a touchline tantrumCredit: EPAFenerbahce’s former QPR star Bright Osayi-Samuel went down in the box under a challenge from Manuel Ugarte.But neither referee Clement Turpin nor the VAR officials deemed it a spot kick.Mourinho was subsequently forced to watch the rest of the game from the stands after receiving a red card for a trademark touchline meltdown.After the game, the former Man Utd boss was asked about the penalty incident.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe shook his head as he told TNT Sports: “I don’t want to speak about it.”It was then put to Mourinho that he’d been to see the officials, before he added, dripping in sarcasm: “He (Turpin) told me something incredible.”He told that, at the same time, he could see the action in the box and my behaviour on the touchline.”I congratulate him because he’s absolutely incredible. His peripheral vision during the game, 100 miles per hour, he had one eye on the penalty situation, and he had one eye on the bench and on my behaviour.Most read in Europa LeagueBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”So that’s the explanation he gave me. That’s why he’s one of the best referees in the world.”Mourinho’s interview prompted plenty of discussion online.Manchester United vs Fenerbahce: Player Ratings (1)One fan wrote on X: “Football heritage.”While a second posted: “Man never changes.”A third added: “Another “if I speak I’m in trouble” moment. Classic Jose.”Still upset over the decision not going his way, Mourinho also bizarrely issued a come-and-get-me plea to teams at the BOTTOM of the Premier League.He said: “Best thing I can do is to go to a team who does not play in Uefa competition.”So a club at the bottom in England who needs a coach in two years, I am ready to go.”I don’t want to speak any more about it.”Man Utd ratings vs Fenerbahce: Onana saves the day for Red Devils as Lindelof has a stinker MANCHESTER UNITED were held to a 1-1 draw by Fenerbahce on a disappointing night in Turkey.Christian Eriksen broke the deadlock for Erik ten Hag’s side in the first half before En-Nesyri levelled soon after the break.Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho was sent to the stands in the second half after a touchline tantrum.But the Red Devils could find a much-needed winner for Erik ten Hag.SunSport’s Emillia Hawkins rates the performances…Andre Onana – 7Made an outstanding double save in the 37th minute to keep two attempts from Youssef En-Nesyri out.His defenders could’ve done much better to prevent Fenerbahce’s goal.Diogo Dalot – 5Failed to track back at times and had his blushes saved in the first half by Ugarte, who made a crucial tackle on Dusan Tadic to prevent a goal.Matthijs de Ligt – 6Made some good blocks during the first half to keep Fenerbahce at bay.Missed a few chances from set-pieces after the break.Victor Lindelof – 4Failed to follow En-Nesyri for Fenerbahce’s opening goal and made no attempt to win the ball.Hauled off in the 54th minute.Lisandro Martinez – 5Like Lindelof, he did not apply any pressure to En-Nesyri for the hosts’ first goal. Poor communication from both.Christian Eriksen – 7Broke the deadlock for United with a great strike into the top-left corner from the edge of the box.Manuel Ugarte – 6Won the ball in the build-up to the first goal and saved Man Utd from conceding with a fantastic last-ditch tackle in front of goal in the 22nd minute.Was lucky to avoid giving away a penalty after the break.Noussair Mazraoui – 6Didn’t look too out of place starting in the No10 position. Played a role in the build-up to the goal, passing the ball to Zirkzee who got the assist.Eventually moved into left-back, allowing Martinez to move central.Marcus Rashford – 5Played out of preferred position and started on the right as opposed to the left.Didn’t make too much of an impact on the game.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Played a key role in the build-up to Erikson’s goal by making a direct run into the box.Challenged Dominik Livakovic a few times and looked lively.Joshua Zirkzee – 5A poor overall performance from the striker despite providing the assist for Eriksen’s opener.Failed to make much of an impact and was hauled off in the 54th minute. More

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      Former Man Utd wonderkid and Premier League title winner spotted in Wrexham training and set to sign on free transfer

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      AN ex-Manchester United star and Premier League winner is set to join Wrexham, according to reports.Matty James is currently without a club after his deal with Bristol City expired at the end of last season.Wrexham chiefs Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds are closing in on signing a former Man Utd starCredit: PAMatty James is set to sign a short-term deal at the clubCredit: AFPBut he has been spotted training with Wrexham ahead of signing a short-term contract until January.James has reportedly had interest from Championship sides but is choosing Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s League One outfit.The 33-year-old midfielder came through the ranks at Man Utd but never made a senior appearance for them.He was instead loaned out to Preston twice before he was signed by Leicester in a double deal with Ritchie De Laet.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLJames went on to play 117 times for the Foxes in nine years at the club.He played a huge role in the club’s promotion and then survival in the Premier League back in 2014.The former England Under-20s star was in the squad as Leicester famously clinched the title, but he did not play a minute that season due to a ligament injury.He has since had spells at Barnsley, Coventry and Bristol City.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSJames will help Wrexham’s promotion push as they currently sit second in League One.Ex-West Brom man James McClean and ex-Sunderland striker Steven Fletcher are the other former Premier League players in the squad.Wrexham’s James McClean catches beer thrown by Birmingham fans and pretends to drink it as he winds up supporters in huge League One clash More

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      Jose Mourinho issues come-and-get-me plea to Premier League clubs as he hints he could leave Fenerbahce

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      JOSE MOURINHO has issued a come-and-get-me plea to the Premier League.The Special One hinted that he could LEAVE Fenerbahce after his side held former club Manchester United to a 1-1 draw in the Europa League.Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho has teased a potential Prem returnThe Portuguese boss produced a vintage Mourinho performance after he was shown a red card for his touchline outburst, before delivering a classic hostile interview.Mourinho, 61, said: “Best thing I can do is to go to a team who does not play in Uefa competition.”So a club at the bottom in England who needs a coach in two years, I am ready to go. I don’t want to speak any more about it.”Mourinho also sarcastically called referee Clement Turpin “one of the best in the world” after he was sent-off in Thursday’s match.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe Fenerbahce manager was raging after Manuel Ugarte appeared to bring down Bright Osayi-Samuel in the box around the hour mark.But he lost his temper when neither the referee nor VAR gave the penalty.And TNT Sports host Jules Breach revealed he launched a foul-mouthed tirade in the tunnel “that she couldn’t repeat”.After the game, the Portuguese boss gave a very tongue-in-cheek explanation for his anger.Most read in FootballMourinho was forced to watch the rest of the game from the standsFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHe told TNT Sports: “I congratulate the referee. He told me something incredible.”He said at the same time he could see the action in the box and my behaviour on the touchline.Watch Jose Mourinho’s hilarious reaction after Man Utd keeper Andre Onana’s ‘double worldy’ save”His peripheral vision during the game, at 100 miles per hour, he had one eye on the penalty situation and one eye on the bench and on my behaviour so that’s the explanation given.”That’s why he is one of the best referees in the world!”Mourinho was sent off FIVE times during his two-year spell at Serie A side Roma before he was sacked in the summer and joined Fenerbahce.Meanwhile Man United took the lead in the match through Christian Eriksen after a sleek move in the 15th minute.However, Mourinho’s side equalised early in the second half through former Sevilla star Youssef En-Nesyri.Mourinho even teased a potential return to the Prem BEFORE the game in Istanbul.The former United boss refused to bash Erik ten Hag’s tumultuous campaign, instead saying: “Sooner or later they will succeed.”The ex-Chelsea and Spurs gaffer added: “Hopefully sooner and hopefully before I go back to the Premier League and they become my opponents.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Special One has a two-year contract at Fenerbahce that runs until the summer of 2026.He won three Prem titles across two separate spells at Chelsea, while he later had stints in charge of United and Tottenham.Man Utd ratings vs Fenerbahce: Onana saves the day for Red Devils as Lindelof has a stinker MANCHESTER UNITED were held to a 1-1 draw by Fenerbahce on a disappointing night in Turkey.Christian Eriksen broke the deadlock for Erik ten Hag’s side in the first half before En-Nesyri levelled soon after the break.Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho was sent to the stands in the second half after a touchline tantrum.But the Red Devils could find a much-needed winner for Erik ten Hag.SunSport’s Emillia Hawkins rates the performances…Andre Onana – 7Made an outstanding double save in the 37th minute to keep two attempts from Youssef En-Nesyri out.His defenders could’ve done much better to prevent Fenerbahce’s goal.Diogo Dalot – 5Failed to track back at times and had his blushes saved in the first half by Ugarte, who made a crucial tackle on Dusan Tadic to prevent a goal.Matthijs de Ligt – 6Made some good blocks during the first half to keep Fenerbahce at bay.Missed a few chances from set-pieces after the break.Victor Lindelof – 4Failed to follow En-Nesyri for Fenerbahce’s opening goal and made no attempt to win the ball.Hauled off in the 54th minute.Lisandro Martinez – 5Like Lindelof, he did not apply any pressure to En-Nesyri for the hosts’ first goal. Poor communication from both.Christian Eriksen – 7Broke the deadlock for United with a great strike into the top-left corner from the edge of the box.Manuel Ugarte – 6Won the ball in the build-up to the first goal and saved Man Utd from conceding with a fantastic last-ditch tackle in front of goal in the 22nd minute.Was lucky to avoid giving away a penalty after the break.Noussair Mazraoui – 6Didn’t look too out of place starting in the No10 position. Played a role in the build-up to the goal, passing the ball to Zirkzee who got the assist.Eventually moved into left-back, allowing Martinez to move central.Marcus Rashford – 5Played out of preferred position and started on the right as opposed to the left.Didn’t make too much of an impact on the game.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Played a key role in the build-up to Erikson’s goal by making a direct run into the box.Challenged Dominik Livakovic a few times and looked lively.Joshua Zirkzee – 5A poor overall performance from the striker despite providing the assist for Eriksen’s opener.Failed to make much of an impact and was hauled off in the 54th minute. More

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      Staggering amount of money Roberto Mancini will still earn for another THREE YEARS despite being sacked by Saudi Arabia

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      ROBERTO MANCINI is in line to make more than £60million over the next three years despite being sacked by Saudi Arabia.Mancini, 59, was axed yesterday after just 14 months in charge of the Saudis.Roberto Mancini has been axed as Saudi Arabia bossCredit: GettyThe Italian was appointed in August 2023 and penned a four-year deal worth around £77m.After just seven wins in 18 games, however, Mancini has been given his marching orders.Based on his annual salary, the former Manchester City boss is still in line to be paid more than £60m before what would have been the conclusion of his deal in 2027.This is working on the basis the remainder of his contract will be paid in full.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe had been the highest-paid manager in the world in the position, reportedly pocketing £21.5m a year as Saudi boss.This equates to £1.79m per month, £413,000 per week, £59,000 per day and £41 per minute.Mancini has left Saudi Arabia third in their World Cup qualifying group.He was seen arguing with fans following their recent 0-0 bore-draw with Bahrain.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSIn addition to frustration among supporters, Mancini is also claimed to have fallen out with members of his playing squad by reports in Italy.Following the Bahrain match, the Euro 2020 winner brutally slammed his squad.Roberto Mancini blasted for ‘shockingly disrespectful’ act during Saudi Arabia’s penalty shootout defeat to South Korea-He said: “Sometimes I think the players have to take the responsibility.”In my life, when I was a player, I took the responsibility because it’s easy to say it’s the coach’s fault. It’s too easy.”But many times it’s not like this. Because when the coach teaches the team everything and they have improved as a team, after, some players have to put on the pitch some quality.”If they don’t have it, it’s clear that it’s difficult.”Mancini has enjoyed a decorated career in management.He is best known in England for winning the Premier League with Man City in 2012, while he also masterminded Italy’s Euro 2020 final victory over the Three Lions three years ago.During his career, the fiery boss has also taken charge of Fiorentina, Lazio, Inter Milan, Galatasaray and Zenit Saint Petersburg.Mancini, 59, recently blasted his players in publicCredit: Alamy More