Southampton sack manager Mark Hughes after draw with Man Utd

Mark Hughes has been sacked by EPL club Southampton. The sack was announced on Monday following a 2-2 draw with Manchester United over the weekend.

The assistant first team manager, Mark Bowen and Assistant First Team Coach, Eddie Niedzwiecki have also left the club.

In a statement on their official website, the club said: “Southampton Football Club can today confirm it has parted company with First Team Manager Mark Hughes.

“Assistant First Team Manager Mark Bowen and Assistant First Team Coach Eddie Niedzwiecki have also left the club.

“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 search for a new manager to take the club forward is already under way.

“First Team Assistant Coach Kelvin Davis will lead the team for Wednesday’s Premier League game against Tottenham Hotspur at Wembley.”