Browno Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 Bryan Gunn fired by Norwich City Last modified 15:49 14/08/09 By Alan Nixon Bryan Gunn became the first managerial casualty of the season when he was sacked by Norwich City - a week into the new campaign. Gunn had a nightmare start when the Canaries were crushed 7-1 at home by Colchester United but he was allowed to carry on and his side bounced back with a Coca Cola Cup win over Yeovil. The popular Scot, who stepped into the post in an emergency, was with the players at their camp in Exeter when he was told the news. Gunn is 'devastated' by the decision, coming hours before the game with the Devon club. He had hoped for more time to turn round the club's fortunes and handle their difficulties off the park. Former Norwich City favourite Ian Crook will take charge today while the Canaries board consider a replacement - and the coach may even get the nod in the long term. - the mirror sportAde Boothroyd in please! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rappy Veteran Posted August 14, 2009 Veteran Share Posted August 14, 2009 I think it was coming really after the thrashing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martyn Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 I don't see how it was coming Damien? Arsenal beat Everton 7-0 once and Moyes wasn't sacked... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rappy Veteran Posted August 14, 2009 Veteran Share Posted August 14, 2009 I don't see how it was coming Damien? Arsenal beat Everton 7-0 once and Moyes wasn't sacked... You could see how the fans revolted that something had to be done from board level so this isn't a surprise but maybe thats just my thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Browno Posted August 14, 2009 Author Share Posted August 14, 2009 Really at Carrow Road on Saturday it was poor, I have a season ticket behind the goal. But Gunn rectified and made changes and won his next game 4-0. And was set to bring in a 13th signing. Now whats gonna happen? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shibby Posted August 15, 2009 Share Posted August 15, 2009 It seems odd to sack him now. At least let him go till christmas, for all the board might know they could be at the top. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BGM Posted August 15, 2009 Share Posted August 15, 2009 well.. he did get them relegated don't forget?! it's clear the board were looking for an excuse to get rid of him.. oh well i'm an Ipswich fan so i have little sympathy for team ;) although i do feel sorry for Bryan, he reminds me a lot of my dad for some reason! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subject Delta Posted August 15, 2009 Share Posted August 15, 2009 Its sad, but football managers don't get enough time to do their job. Just look how close Man U came to sacking fergie. If it had been in this era they probably would have sacked him and lost out on all the wonderful things he has achieved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Browno Posted August 15, 2009 Author Share Posted August 15, 2009 Gordon Strachan and Ade Boothroyd are apparent favourites to take the job. Strachans got links with the new chief exec. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martyn Posted August 15, 2009 Share Posted August 15, 2009 Arsenal beat Everton 7-0 once and Moyes wasn't sacked... Ha! Nearly a repeat today! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subject Delta Posted August 15, 2009 Share Posted August 15, 2009 He must be sick of the site of Arsenal :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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