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Chelsea sacks Rosenior, names McFarlane interim after slump.

4/23/2026

Summary

Story summary

Chelsea dismissed head coach Liam Rosenior after 106 days and named assistant Calum McFarlane interim manager for the season.
The sacking came after a five-game losing streak, the first time since 1912 Chelsea failed to score in five consecutive league matches.
Sitting seventh, seven points off Champions League qualification, the club will self-reflect, is not courting a permanent coach, and risks a substantial financial loss.

History

Historical Context

Chelsea Football Club, founded in 1905, has faced numerous challenges throughout its history, including a managerial crisis in 1912 when they failed to score in five consecutive league matches. This pattern of instability resurfaced in 2023 with the dismissal of head coach Liam Rosenior after just 106 days, reflecting ongoing performance issues as the club currently sits seventh in the Premier League, seven points off Champions League qualification.

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Story summary

Chelsea dismissed head coach Liam Rosenior after 106 days and named assistant Calum McFarlane interim manager for the season.
The sacking came after a five-game losing streak, the first time since 1912 Chelsea failed to score in five consecutive league matches.
Sitting seventh, seven points off Champions League qualification, the club will self-reflect, is not courting a permanent coach, and risks a substantial financial loss.

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