Birmingham City Legendary Coach Tony Mowbray Sadly Kicks The Bucket @60 During the turbulent season that the Blues have experienced, no fewer than four managers have been fired. John Eustace was the driving force behind the West Midlands-based team’s finest start to a campaign in recent memory. But even though they defeated rivals West Bromwich Albion 3-1 in October, moving them into the play-off spots, he was fired in favor of Wayne Rooney.
The former England international was, to put it frankly, a complete failure. In fifteen games, he managed just two victories before being dismissed as well.
After Sunderland languished barely above the relegation zone, Tony Mowbray, the former manager, was called in to right the ship. In his six league games in charge, he did exactly that, winning three and losing only two before being forced to take a medical leave of absence. Gary Rowett eventually made a comeback to the team, but this time he presided over their promotion to the third division after 29 years away.
There were rumors last week that club executives were courting former Hull City manager Liam Rosenior. But there will be competition for his signature, since Sunderland is rumored to be one of his many fans. Steve Bruce, meanwhile, might be interested in going back to St. Andrew’s.
Birmingham is a sizable team, so those searching for new employment may still find them appealing. Even though they will be competing in League One the next season, the chance to lead them back to the Championship at the first opportunity would look fantastic on anyone’s resume, even though there is a certain amount of risk involved.
It is reported that Liam Rosenior has no interest in the position. This makes sense because he is still highly regarded and should be at the top of many Championship clubs’ lists. Ian Evatt, who just failed to get past the Bolton Wanderers play-offs, would be a good candidate.
