Montpellier Fires Coach Michel Der Zakarian After Heavy Defeat

Following a 5-0 loss to Marseille, the club's president announced the decision to terminate Der Zakarian's contract amid a challenging season.

Montpellier suffered a 5-0 home defeat against Marseille, marking their worst loss at home in history.
The team has lost six out of eight matches this season, placing them last in the French league standings.
Club president Laurent Nicollin expressed disappointment and stated the need for change to motivate the team.
Michel Der Zakarian, a former player and long-time coach for Montpellier, was dismissed after his second tenure with the club.
The club has not yet named a replacement coach, with Nicollin emphasizing the need for someone ready to tackle the team's struggles.