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Leicester City sack First Team Manager Steve Cooper

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Leicester City have parted company with First team Manager Steve Cooper [AFP]

Leicester City have parted company with First team Manager Steve Cooper following a disappointing start to the Premier League season, leaving the Foxes just two points clear of the relegation zone after 12 matches.

The club confirmed the decision on Sunday, November 24, 2024, less than 24 hours after a 2-1 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, a game that saw them face their former manager Enzo Maresca, now at the helm of the London club.

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