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David Beckham makes ‘tough decision’ to sack Phil Neville at Inter Miami | |
(about 11 hours later) | |
Phil Neville has been sacked as manager of the Major League Soccer side Inter Miami. The 46-year-old has paid the price for a poor run of form, with the 1-0 defeat by New York Red Bulls proving the final straw. | |
Neville, who was appointed in January 2021 after his resignation as England Women manager, leaves the club bottom of MSL’s Eastern Conference after four successive defeats. The assistant Javier Morales has stepped in as interim head coach, with the team next in action at home against DC United on Saturday. | |
The club’s co-owner David Beckham, who is Neville’s former Manchester United and England teammate, said it was the right time to make the change. “When we appointed Phil we knew he would give Inter Miami his all and I have watched him work incredibly hard and with real commitment towards the ambitions we set out for the club,” he told the club’s website. | |
“He and his family embraced Miami and he has devoted himself to the drive to bring success to the city and to our fans. Phil has made a real contribution to the culture of our club with his qualities as a leader and knowledge as a coach. | “He and his family embraced Miami and he has devoted himself to the drive to bring success to the city and to our fans. Phil has made a real contribution to the culture of our club with his qualities as a leader and knowledge as a coach. |
Club has parted ways with Phil NevilleThe team has also announced that it has parted ways with Assistant Coach Jason Kreis. Inter Miami CF Assistant Coach Javier Morales will assume the role as Interim Head Coach effective immediately, while Assistant Coach Darren Powell,… pic.twitter.com/0vcrIpeZb8 | Club has parted ways with Phil NevilleThe team has also announced that it has parted ways with Assistant Coach Jason Kreis. Inter Miami CF Assistant Coach Javier Morales will assume the role as Interim Head Coach effective immediately, while Assistant Coach Darren Powell,… pic.twitter.com/0vcrIpeZb8 |
“Sometimes in this game we have to make the toughest decisions and sadly we feel the time is right to make a change. I want to personally thank Phil for his hard work, his passion for our club and for his integrity as a person.” | “Sometimes in this game we have to make the toughest decisions and sadly we feel the time is right to make a change. I want to personally thank Phil for his hard work, his passion for our club and for his integrity as a person.” |
Neville attracted attention recently after he swore at a reporter during a press conference, having been interrupted during an answer. Reacting to the news, he said: “I would like to thank the Inter Miami CF ownership group for their trust and making me a part of this project; the players and staff for their impressive commitment, dedication and hard work; and the fans for their unwavering support for the club since day one. | |
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“I’m grateful to have played a part in the growth of this club and wish Inter Miami CF all the best in the future.” | “I’m grateful to have played a part in the growth of this club and wish Inter Miami CF all the best in the future.” |
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