Latics sack manager Unsworth

Manager David Unsworth has left Latics

Latics have parted company with manager David Unsworth following their dismal start to the National League campaign.

The move was on the cards after yesterday's 3-0 humbling at Bromley.

That result left Unsworth's men winless in seven games and positiooned third from bottom in the table.

They have won only once in nine matches in total, and most Latics fans had clearly run out of patience with their manager.

A statement has just been issued by Latics chiefs (10.40am on Sunday).

It read: "Following 12 months in his position as first-team manager, Oldham Athletic can confirm it has parted company with David Unsworth. 

"After a strong finish to the 2022/2023 season, a sizeable investment in the playing budget and some highly promising signings during the summer, the start of the current campaign has unfortunately not met the expectations of the club.   

"Following the takeover of Oldham Athletic by the Rothwell family in July 2022, it has been one of their main principles to stay out of the day-to-day running of football activities within the business and provide stability for the long-term survival of the club. 

"David signed for three seasons, to bring stability on the playing front, but despite the hard work and dedication of David and his coaching team, results have not worked out on the pitch. 

"The board wishes David and his assistant, John Ebbrell, all the best for the future as they pursue their careers in club management.

"Unfortunately, on this occasion, it has not worked out as well as we all expected. 

"The club can confirm that Steve Thompson will take interim charge of first-team matters while a recruitment process is conducted."

Thompson will now be in charge for Tuesday's next league game, at home to York City.

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