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Altrincham FC Parts Ways with Manager Phil Parkinson After Poor Run

10/24/2025

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Phil Parkinson, manager of Altrincham FC, has been sacked after eight years, following a seven-game winless run that left the club 20th in the National League.
Parkinson joined Altrincham in April 2017 and led the club to two promotions and a playoff spot last season.
His departure, alongside assistant Neil Sorvel, was due to poor results.
Neil Gibson has been appointed interim manager as the club seeks a permanent replacement.

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Phil Parkinson, manager of Altrincham FC, has been sacked after eight years, following a seven-game winless run that left the club 20th in the National League.
Parkinson joined Altrincham in April 2017 and led the club to two promotions and a playoff spot last season.
His departure, alongside assistant Neil Sorvel, was due to poor results.
Neil Gibson has been appointed interim manager as the club seeks a permanent replacement.