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Leyton Orient Avoid Relegation, Manager Vows Data Overhaul

5/4/2026

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Leyton Orient manager Richie Wellens said the club avoided relegation after a 2-2 draw with Burton Albion.
He called the season “embarrassing,” the squad “really weak,” said the club wasted a year, and apologized to supporters.
He blamed late-half goals for costing about 20 points and announced a summer overhaul that will release players whose contracts clash with a data-driven recruitment plan for 2026-27.

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Leyton Orient manager Richie Wellens said the club avoided relegation after a 2-2 draw with Burton Albion.
He called the season “embarrassing,” the squad “really weak,” said the club wasted a year, and apologized to supporters.
He blamed late-half goals for costing about 20 points and announced a summer overhaul that will release players whose contracts clash with a data-driven recruitment plan for 2026-27.