Sunderland Sacks Manager Gus Poyet
Sunderland AFC have dismissed Gustavo Poyet as head coach after a dismal run of results. The 46-year-old leaves the Tyneside club 17th in the Premier League standings, one point above the relegation zone. Club Chairman Ellis Short said in a statement: “I would like to thank Gus for his endeavours during his time at the club, in particular last season’s ‘great escape’ and cup final appearance, which will live long in the memory of every Sunderland fan. Sunderland Sack Gustavo Poyet One Year and 14 Days after Leading the Black Cats Out at the Capital One Cup Final at Wembley Stadium. Image: Getty.