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Oxford United Fires Coach Rowett, Appoints Craig Short Interim

12/23/2025

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Oxford United has sacked head coach Gary Rowett, appointed in December 2024, and assistant Mark Sale, leaving the club 22nd in the Championship and two points from safety.
Craig Short becomes interim head coach while the club seeks a permanent replacement.
Chairman Grant Ferguson acknowledged Rowett's contributions but emphasized the need for change to benefit Oxford United.
Oxford United's next match is against Southampton on Boxing Day (Dec. 26, 2024).

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Oxford United has sacked head coach Gary Rowett, appointed in December 2024, and assistant Mark Sale, leaving the club 22nd in the Championship and two points from safety.
Craig Short becomes interim head coach while the club seeks a permanent replacement.
Chairman Grant Ferguson acknowledged Rowett's contributions but emphasized the need for change to benefit Oxford United.
Oxford United's next match is against Southampton on Boxing Day (Dec. 26, 2024).