Michael Beale Sacked by Sunderland After Poor Performance

Sunderland seeks new direction after dismissing head coach Michael Beale, marking the club's 22nd managerial change in 22 years.

Sunderland parted ways with Michael Beale after just two months, following a series of disappointing results and behind-the-scenes tensions.
Beale's tenure saw only four wins in 12 games, leaving Sunderland 10th in the Championship, four points shy of playoff positions.
The sacking reflects poorly on Sunderland's young owner, Kyril Louis-Dreyfus, and director of football, Kristjaan Speakman, amid criticism of the club's recruitment strategy.
Beale, previously successful as a coach under Steven Gerrard, struggled in managerial roles at Rangers and now Sunderland.
Sunderland initially targeted Will Still as a replacement but were deterred by compensation costs; it's unclear if they will revisit this option.