Southampton sacks manager Ivan Juric after historic EPL relegation

Southampton has sacked manager Ivan Juric following their historic relegation from the Premier League, which was confirmed after a 3-1 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur, marking the earliest relegation ever in EPL history with seven games remaining. Juric, who took over in December, managed only two wins in 14 matches, leading to a dismal record that included 25 defeats this season. The Saints currently sit at the bottom of the table with only 10 points, facing the risk of setting records for the lowest points total and most losses in a single Premier League campaign. Interim manager Simon Rusk will guide the team for the remainder of the season, supported by former midfielder Adam Lallana, as the club aims to avoid further unwanted records. Juric expressed hope for a brighter future for the club, emphasizing the need for lessons to be learned from this difficult season. Southampton's board plans to conduct a thorough recruitment process for a permanent manager in preparation for the Championship next season.