OFFICIAL: Struggling Southampton sack Hughes

Mark Hughes has been sacked as Southampton manager despite Saturday's 2-2 draw against his former club Manchester United.

The Saints, who drew with Manchester United in the Premier League on Saturday, are 18th in the table.

Southampton confirmed the move in a statement, adding: "The search for a new manager to take the club forward is already under way."

"Southampton Football Club can today confirm it has parted company with First Team Manager Mark Hughes.

"Assistant First Team Manager Mark Bowen and Assistant First Team Coach Eddie Niedzwiecki have also left the club.

"We would like to express our thanks to Mark and his staff for all of their efforts during their time at St Mary’s". 

 

December 3, 2018

First Team Assistant Coach Kelvin Davis will lead the team for Wednesday’s Premier League game against Tottenham Hotspur at Wembley.