Mark Hughes Appointed Carlisle United Manager

Mark Hughes, former Manchester United and Wales manager, has been appointed head coach of League Two's Carlisle United, replacing Mike Williamson who was sacked following a string of poor results. Hughes, 61, takes over a team currently at the bottom of the table and facing potential relegation to the National League. He has signed a rolling contract with Carlisle, bringing extensive experience from managing in the Premier League and with the Wales national team. Despite interest in other candidates like Steven Gerrard and Ian Evatt, Hughes was chosen for his ability to command respect and potentially steer the team to safety. His appointment comes after a challenging stint at Bradford City, where he led the team to the League Two play-offs before being dismissed. Carlisle's sporting director, Rob Clarkson, expressed confidence in Hughes' ability to turn the club's fortunes around.