• Premier League

Allardyce sacked by Blackburn

ESPN staff
December 13, 2010
Sam Allardyce has departed Ewood Park © Getty Images
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Blackburn Rovers have sensationally sacked manager Sam Allardyce.

Allardyce's departure comes just over a month after Rovers were taken over by the Venky's Group and his last act was to oversee a 2-1 defeat at the hands of north west rivals Bolton.

In a statement released by the League Managers Association, Allardyce made clear his shock: "I am very shocked and disappointed to be leaving Blackburn Rovers. I am extremely proud to have managed this club and I enjoyed a fantastic relationship with the players, my staff and the supporters during my time in charge. I now wish them and the football club every success for the future".

The club have also confirmed that Allardyce's assistant Neil McDonald has left. "The Venky's Group, owners of Blackburn Rovers Football Club, has today confirmed the departure of manager Sam Allardyce and assistant manager Neil McDonald with immediate effect," read a statement on Blackburn's official website. "First team coaching duties will be taken on by Steve Kean [currently first team coach] for the immediate future.

"We have taken this decision as part of our wider plans and ambitions for the club. We would like to put on record our thanks to Mr. Allardyce for his contribution to Blackburn Rovers Football Club."

Allardyce departs with Rovers sat in 13th in the Premier League table.

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