Wayne Rooney Resigns as Plymouth Argyle Manager

Wayne Rooney has been sacked as head coach of Plymouth Argyle after a disappointing tenure that saw the team finish bottom of the Championship, following nine consecutive winless games. In his departure statement, Rooney expressed gratitude towards the club's board, staff, players, and fans, emphasizing that Plymouth will always hold a special place in his heart. The club confirmed that assistant coach Mike Phelan and first team coach Simon Ireland will also leave, with Kevin Nancekivell and Joe Edwards taking temporary charge. Despite his illustrious playing career, Rooney's managerial journey has faced challenges, marking this as his second exit from a club in 2023 after leaving Birmingham City earlier in the year. Plymouth's struggles continue as they remain four points adrift from safety, raising concerns about their future in the league. The club will provide updates on new management shortly.