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York City Sacks Maynard After Promotion, Cites Vision Clash

7/26/2026

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York City dismissed manager Stuart Maynard days before the 2026/27 season opener.
The board said the move reflected a difference in direction and vision.
Maynard had guided York back into the Football League by winning the National League in April 2026 with 108 points and a 32-6-4 record in 42 games.
York will host Crawley Town in a Carabao Cup tie on 3 August and Bristol Rovers on 15 August.

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York City dismissed manager Stuart Maynard days before the 2026/27 season opener.
The board said the move reflected a difference in direction and vision.
Maynard had guided York back into the Football League by winning the National League in April 2026 with 108 points and a 32-6-4 record in 42 games.
York will host Crawley Town in a Carabao Cup tie on 3 August and Bristol Rovers on 15 August.