Bradford City part company with Mark Hughes
He's been in charge for 19 months
Last updated 5th Oct 2023
Bradford have sacked manager Mark Hughes after last night's defeat at Tranmere in League Two.
They are 18th in the table after reaching the playoffs last season.
Midfielder Kevin McDonald will take over as a caretaker player-manager for Saturday's game with Swindon.
Bradford chief executive Ryan Sparks said:
"We find ourselves a long way away from where we expect to be.
"As a result, the decision has been taken to move in a different direction in an effort to get our season on track.
"On a personal level, I have very much enjoyed working alongside Mark and Glyn, and we go our separate ways on good terms.
"They made a great impact when they arrived at the club, both on and off the field, and last season came close to delivering on our aims.
"Unfortunately, since our defeat at Carlisle in the play-off semi-final, results have been disappointing."
Kevin McDonald has been named interim player-manager with Mark Trueman as assistant, starting with the visit of Swindon at the weekend.