Lee Clark

Manager Ins and Outs: Early Exits Shake Up 2026-27 Season Across English and Scottish Football

Michael Duff becomes the first EFL manager to depart in the 2026-27 season as managerial changes sweep across the EFL, Scottish Premiership, and National League.

Five managers leave their posts as 2026-27 season sackings begin

Five permanent managers have departed clubs across the English and Scottish football leagues since the start of September, with Michael Duff the first EFL boss dismissed this season.

Lee Clark resigns as Hartlepool United head coach immediately after home defeat by Worthing

Lee Clark has resigned as Hartlepool United head coach with immediate effect, announcing his departure in a post-match interview after a 3-1 home defeat by Worthing left Pools 18th in the National League. The club must now find its ninth permanent manager or head coach in four years outside the English Football League.