Mark Hughes sacked as Southampton manager (Guardian)

Mark Hughes has been sacked as manager of Southampton, the struggling Premier League club announced on Monday, despite an improved performance in a 2-2 draw with Manchester United.

“We would like to express our thanks to Mark and his staff for all of their efforts during their time at St Mary’s,” the club said in a statement.

“The search for a new manager to take the club forward is already underway.”

Assistant first team manager Mark Bowen and assistant first team coach Eddie Niedzwiecki have also left the club. Read more