Then D.C. United head coach Wayne Rooney walks off the field after the team’s MLS soccer match against Inter Miami, July 8, 2023, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)
Wayne Rooney on Monday was relieved of his duties as Plymouth Argyle coach with the team firmly lodged in the last place of the Championship table. Rooney, a former Manchester United player, lasted just 7 months in his latest coaching stint before being dismissed with the club winning just 4 out of 23 matches this season.
His final game was a 2-0 loss to Oxford United on Sunday which extended Argyle’s winless run to nine games.
“Plymouth Argyle can confirm that the club and head coach Wayne Rooney have mutually agreed to part ways with immediate effect. We would like to thank Wayne and his team for all their efforts and wish them well for the future,” the club said in a statement.
Club Statement | Argyle and Rooney mutually part ways.https://t.co/0KM0pdIRO7#pafc
— Plymouth Argyle FC (@Argyle) December 31, 2024
The former England forward had taken the charge at Plymouth following an 83-day tenure at Birmingham, which was relegated from the Championship after last season. He’s also been the coach at MLS team DC United and Derby County.
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank the board of Plymouth. Thanks also to all the staff who made me feel welcome and who make the club such a special place, the players and fans for their efforts and support during my time as head coach and I wish them all the best for the future,” Rooney said in a statement of his own.
The 38-year-old Rooney enjoyed a decorated career, winning five Premier League titles and the Champions League. He is England’s most capped outfield player of all time after making 120 appearances.
Assistant Kevin Nancekivell and club captain Joe Edwards will lead Plymouth for Wednesday’s Championship match against Bristol City, the club said.
(With agency inputs)
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