Veteran Boss Steve Bruce Sacked as Blackpool Manager Following Poor Start

Veteran Boss Steve Bruce Sacked as Blackpool Manager Following Poor Start

Steve Bruce has been sacked as Blackpool manager after a disappointing start to the season with the League One club.

The former Sunderland, Aston Villa, and Newcastle manager was appointed by Blackpool last September following the dismissal of Neil Critchley.

Bruce lasted just over a year, however, after being sacked due to the club’s dismal start to the League One season.

Blackpool second bottom of the table with eight points from 11 games after Saturday's 2-0 loss at home to AFC Wimbledon.

"Blackpool Football Club can announce the departure of head coach Steve Bruce, assistant head coach Steve Agnew and first-team coach Stephen Clemence," a club statement said.

"The club would like to thank them for their efforts, and wishes them the very best for the future."