Sunderland players has reveal main reason why Tony Mowbray was sack

The Sunderland dressing room reportedly expressed surprise at the club’s decision to part ways with manager Tony Mowbray, who was dismissed after approximately 15 months in charge. The 59-year-old’s departure came after a recent dip in form, earning only one point in the last three games, including a 2-1 home defeat to Huddersfield Town.

Despite the recent struggles, Mowbray had earned favor among supporters for leading the team to a top-six finish in the Championship last season. The first-team squad, as revealed by James Copley, was generally taken aback by the manager’s exit, highlighting the positive relationship Mowbray had cultivated with the young squad.

Sunderland now faces the task of finding a new manager to lead the team’s pursuit of promotion to the Premier League. Mike Dodds has been appointed as the temporary manager of the first-team squad during the search. Despite the recent downturn in form, Sunderland remains just three points away from the playoff places and is still competitive in the Championship.

Mowbray, known for working well with young players, had expressed concerns about the lack of experience in his first team, particularly emphasizing the need for more goals from the strikers. The decision to part ways with him has left fans and players surprised, with many questioning whether the recent dip in form warranted his dismissal.

Sunderland currently sits in ninth place in the Championship table after 19 games, three points behind the playoff positions. Mike Dodds will take charge until a permanent successor is appointed, with his first game likely to be against West Brom at the Stadium of Light.