Chelsea Football Club have sacked Head Coach Liam Rosenior following a run of bad results, the latest being a 3-0 loss to Brighton on Tuesday night.
The club expressed gratitude for Rosenior’s professionalism and integrity since his appointment midway through the season, but acknowledged that recent performances have not met expectations.
Calum McFarlane has been named Interim Head Coach until the end of the campaign, supported by Chelsea’s existing backroom staff. The club emphasised its focus on securing European qualification and progressing in the FA Cup.
Chelsea confirmed that the decision was not taken lightly and that a long-term appointment process will follow, aimed at bringing stability to the managerial role.
The 41-year-old had only been in charge for just over three months after being lured away from French side Strasbourg, which is affiliated to Chelsea’s American owners.
Chelsea’s 3-0 defeat at the hands of Brighton on Tuesday proved the last straw. It is the first time Chelsea have lost five consecutive league games without scoring since 1912, a run which has left them seven points adrift of the Champions League places.
“Chelsea Football Club has today parted company with Head Coach Liam Rosenior,” read a club statement.
“Liam has always conducted himself with the highest integrity and professionalism following his appointment midway through the season.
“This has not been a decision the Club has taken lightly; however, recent results and performances have fallen below the necessary standards with still so much more to play for this season.”
McFarlane will be in charge in a caretaker capacity, with his first match an FA Cup semi-final against Leeds United on Sunday.
