How football managers really get sacked

Former manager Pulis discusses the different and sometimes harsh ways managers leave their football clubs. While some departures are standard resignations or sackings, others involve being let go over the phone, via text message, or through word of mouth while job speculation runs rampant. The piece highlights the immense stress and lack of communication managers often face from club hierarchies. Pulis shares personal experiences of waiting out inevitable dismissals and recounts anecdotes of fellow managers dealing with garden leave and abrupt terminations.