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Huddersfield Town Appoints Liam Manning as New Head Coach

1/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Liam Manning has been appointed Huddersfield Town's new head coach on a long-term contract, just days after the dismissal of Lee Grant.
Manning previously managed Norwich City and Bristol City.
Huddersfield Town sits sixth in League One.
He aims to restore his reputation after Norwich, where he was sacked after an 11-game winless run.
His first match will be against Bradford City on Saturday.

History

Historical Context

Huddersfield Town, founded in 1908, has experienced significant ups and downs in English football. After achieving promotion to the Championship in 2013, the club has struggled with managerial instability, appointing 12 head coaches since then. The recent hiring of Liam Manning follows Lee Grant's dismissal, as the team aims to improve its League One standing, reflecting ongoing challenges faced by previous coaches.

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Story summary

Liam Manning has been appointed Huddersfield Town's new head coach on a long-term contract, just days after the dismissal of Lee Grant.
Manning previously managed Norwich City and Bristol City.
Huddersfield Town sits sixth in League One.
He aims to restore his reputation after Norwich, where he was sacked after an 11-game winless run.
His first match will be against Bradford City on Saturday.

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