Steven Gerrard

Gerrard succeeded Dean Smith as Villa manager in November 2021 after leaving his role at Rangers. But the former England and Liverpool midfielder, 42, led Villa ...

The fans are allowed to voice their opinion." He can't do that from the bench." It's nothing to do with the manager - the players have to look at themselves in the mirror. It's up to us now to put in a performance for him." "He's a top manager, he's hurting just as the players are. He will be badly hurt by this experience, alien territory for someone who has been synonymous with success throughout his career. I think stability and patience seems to be running out. The support are very demanding so I can understand the frustration. McGinn added: "I understand the fans' frustration. I took over the team in a very similar situation. Before Gerrard's departure was revealed, captain John McGinn said: "It's embarrassing to be part of. We've tried to recruit to get us out of that situation.

ASTON VILLA have announced Steven Gerrard's backroom team have joined him in being shown the door at Villa Park.Gerrard was sacked yesterday immediate.

[back to Birmingham on the team bus](https://www.the-sun.com/sport/6494754/steven-gerrard-team-coach-sacked-aston-villa/). It was a tough night for me personally. [are among those linked with the role](https://www.the-sun.com/sport/6468056/aston-villa-tuchel-chelsea-gerrard-pochettino/). [Gerrard](https://www.the-sun.com/who/steven-gerrard/), 42, the boot last night. [Gerrard was sacked yesterday](https://www.the-sun.com/sport/6492651/steven-gerrard-sacked-aston-villa-premier-league/) immediately after the dismal 3-0 defeat to Fulham. [Villa](https://www.the-sun.com/sport/football/team/604/aston-villa/) have confirmed this morning that his assistants will also be leaving.

TOM COLLOMOSSE: Gerrard was sacked less than two hours after Thursday's humiliating 3-0 defeat at Fulham that left Villa above the relegation zone on goal ...

One insider mentioned a lack of 'depth' to training after Beale left and the safety-first style of play became a grind for many. Much of the work on the training ground was undertaken by his team of lieutenants led first by Michael Beale – who took over as Queens Park Rangers manager last summer – and then Beale's replacement Neil Critchley, with Gerrard overseeing everything and stepping in where he saw fit. Gerrard departs with Villa 17th in the table. Whatever you think of Gerrard the manager, he deserved more. It would surely have been more sensible to let the dust settle and make the call at the club's Bodymoor Heath training ground on Friday morning. No wonder Gerrard shifted in his seat as Purslow delivered the words.

Jamie Carragher warned Steven Gerrard about two "major issues" at Aston Villa - six weeks before the Premier League side sacked the manager after a poor run ...

Gerrard was sacked following the defeat at Fulham on Thursday night.

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Aston Villa has issued a further statement on Friday morning, following on from confirmation that Steven Gerrard had been sacked as manager.

“CEO Christian Purslow said: “The Board has come to this decision following a full evaluation of results and performances over the calendar year. Aston Villa Football Club can confirm that Head Coach Steven Gerrard has left the club with immediate effect. “Aston Villa can confirm Gary McAllister, Neil Critchley, Tom Culshaw, Jordan Milsom and Scott Mason have all left the club following the departure of Head Coach Steven Gerrard,” the second Villa statement begins. Aston Villa can confirm Gary McAllister, Neil Critchley, Tom Culshaw, Jordan Milsom and Scott Mason have all left the club following the departure of Head Coach Steven Gerrard. — Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) Just 90 minutes after a dismal 3-0 defeat to Fulham at Craven Cottage, the club released a 40-word statement which said: “Aston Villa Football Club can confirm that Head Coach Steven Gerrard has left the club with immediate effect.

Contenders for Gerrard's position could include ex-Villarreal coach Unai Emery and former Burnley boss Sean Dyche.

Minutes later he was sacked in a severe blow to his managerial reputation. When he joined the club they were 16th in the Premier League table. Now Gerrard must bide his time as he waits for an opportunity to rehabilitate a reputation tarnished by his 11-month spell at Villa Park.

Steven Gerrard's time at Aston Villa came to a disappointing end on Thursday, but the Liverpool legend's career is far from over. His next step should be ...

Having someone of his experience in the dressing room again could be extremely valuable and his advice in high-pressure situations is something that the club's players could also benefit from. What the next step in his career remains to be seen. His initial start at Villa was encouraging, but ultimately he struggled to rebuild the team and he is now leaving the club with Villa on the brink of the relegation zone. Of course, that wasn't the sole reason for his downfall. In the last few weeks, it was becoming increasingly inevitable that Steven Gerrard would part ways with Aston Villa. His Villa side struggled defensively in particular and that is a side of his coaching he still needs to approach better.

Steven Gerrard's tenure as Aston Villa boss ended abruptly on Thursday evening following an abject performance in a 3-0 defeat away at Fulham.

He also led the club to success in the Portuguese League Cup again, with a 1-0 win over former club Braga. Emery returned to Spain following a season at Arsenal, and won the trophy for a fourth time with Villarreal in 2021. The Argentine is fondly remembered by Tottenham fans for his five-and-a-half years in north London, after taking them close to winning both the Premier League and Champions League. Pochettino is possibly the safest option on paper with his extensive experience of English football, but does he fancy a potential relegation scrap with no prospect of European football any time soon? He could be a shrewd appointment. We give our verdict on the potential runners and riders below.

STEVEN GERRARD banned ketchup from the canteen in one of his first actions as Aston Villa boss.Gerrard took over from the sacked Dean Smith in Novembe.

He is a great coach and I hope he stays for a long time. [Gerrard](https://www.the-sun.com/who/steven-gerrard/) laughed: "It was banned before I had seen it! "The players have to have the right mentality. Before the game, Gerrard said last year: "I've been in touch with Klopp since day one. [Jurgen Klopp](https://www.the-sun.com/who/jurgen-klopp/) about his [emotional return to Anfield](https://www.the-sun.com/sport/football/premier-league/4045994/steven-gerrard-liverpool-tv-aston-villa/). They need to strive to be elite."

Steven Gerrard went into Aston Villa's Premier League clash away at Fulham on Thursday knowing that he needed four to six points from that game and ...

Despite boasting a lengthy resumé, Rafa Benitez's most recent Premier League posting with Everton left much to be desired and there is a growing feeling that he is now yesterday's man. Also, in terms of his experience and track record in the Premier League, he appears to be the ideal fit. Former Arsenal manager Unai Emery was Newcastle United's first choice to replace Bruce once their Saudi Arabian takeover was complete, but the Spaniard stayed on with Villarreal CF after their UEFA Europa League success and were a surprise package in last season's Champions League. A recent UEFA Champions League winner with Chelsea and beaten finalist with PSG, Tuchel might appear to be out of Villa's reach given their current mediocrity. "A club spokesman said: 'We would like to thank Steven for his hard work and commitment and wish him well for the future.'" Gerrard leaves Villa in 17th place with just two wins and three draws from 11 matches so far, despite a talented squad which the Liverpool legend had been given substantial backing to construct.

Gerrard was influential in convincing players to join Aston Villa but did not get the results the investment demanded...

The former [Blackpool](https://theathletic.com/football/team/blackpool/) boss is much quieter and has his own way of working and does not tend to rant or rave in adversity. [James Tarkowski](https://theathletic.com/football/player/james-tarkowski-ljQQBVqF6rzAzHTT/) exactly why he was the right fit for his side but Villa instead looked elsewhere and decided to spend £26million on signing Diego Carlos from [Sevilla](https://theathletic.com/football/team/sevilla-fc/) instead. This was a man who was a winner as a player and what has happened was not part of the masterplan.” [Leeds United](https://theathletic.com/football/team/leeds-united/) when they had 10 men for 42 minutes and bottom-of-the-table [Nottingham Forest](https://theathletic.com/football/team/nottingham-forest/) contributed to his sacking. Media conferences became harder for Gerrard each week and time limits were placed on reporters in an attempt to quell the negativity. [When Beale left for Queens Park Rangers,](https://theathletic.com/3342687/2022/06/01/beale-gerrard-qpr-villa/) Critchley came in as a different type of coach. Villa decided that the overall financial package was too high and Bissouma moved to Tottenham in the summer for over £25million on wages Villa would not match. Most players found that he was honest with them around team selection and there was also a softer, more considerate side, especially when players were injured. He was very hands-on when tracking players and many loved that one of the He won just 13 of the 40 games in charge and over the last 22 Premier League games, managed just four wins. He had two and a half years left on his Villa deal, worth around £4million ($4.4m) a year. Gerrard perhaps sensed that his time was up, answering just four questions in his press conference before confirmation of the news from Purslow.

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Aston Villa have sacked manager Steven Gerrard following Thursday's 3-0 Premier League defeat at Fulham. Villa have won just twice in the league this season and only sit above the relegation zone on goals scored. First-team coach Aaron Danks will take ...

It’s nothing to do with the manager – the players have to look at themselves in the mirror. It’s up to us now to put in a performance for him.” “He’s a top manager; he’s hurting just as the players are. I think stability and patience seems to be running out. I took over the team in a very similar situation. Before Gerrard’s departure was revealed, captain John McGinn said: “It’s embarrassing to be part of.

Steven Gerrard was shown the exit door at Aston Villa after his side succumbed to a 3-0 defeat against Fulham on Thursday evening. The Villans have endured a poor start to the Premier League season and leaves them in 17th and only above Wolves in the ...

He also led the club to success in the Portuguese League Cup again, with a 1-0 win over former club Braga. Emery returned to Spain following a season at Arsenal, and won the trophy for a fourth time with Villarreal in 2021. The Argentine is fondly remembered by Tottenham fans for his five-and-a-half years in north London, after taking them close to winning both the Premier League and Champions League. Pochettino is possibly the safest option on paper with his extensive experience of English football, but does he fancy a potential relegation scrap with no prospect of European football any time soon? He could be a shrewd appointment. We give our verdict on the potential runners and riders below.

Steven Gerrard was sacked by Aston Villa following their 3-0 defeat at Fulham.

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Sacked Aston Villa manager Steven Gerrard has broken his silence on the Premier League club's decision to remove him from his role following Thursday's 3-0 ...

I wish everyone at the club all the very best for the future. 'I would like to thank everyone connected to Aston Villa Football Club, for the support shown to me during my time there. 'Aston Villa is a club with a special history, I really wanted to bring back those memorable achievements, unfortunately it wasn't to be. They are currently nine points behind sixth-placed Newcastle. 'To the fans, it is regrettable that it didn't work out in the end, but I owe you a debt of gratitude for the way you welcomed me into your club, and continued to push the team on during difficult times. I would personally like to thank the board of directors, the players and all the staff for their hard work.

Aston Villa Football Club gave manager Steven Gerrard the sack following a continued run of poor results this season.

While it may be a bit of a stretch, Emery to Aston Villa isn’t entirely out of the question. The 50-year-old Spaniard likes to use two strikers in attack, which is perfect for Aston Villa currently. Emery also managed one of the best clubs in the world, Paris Saint Germain. Tactically, Emery likes to employ a 4-2-3-1 or a 4-4-2, depending on the opposition. Emery has experience in the Premier League. He’s won the competition on four occasions, most recently with Villarreal in 2020-21 in a thrilling victory over Manchester United. He won Taça da Liga for the second consecutive season, defeating his former club in the process. Many consider Amorim one of the best young managers in European football. However, his tactical flexibility and success in winning major honors surely cement him as one of the best options for Aston Villa. River Plate took on rivals Boca Juniors in a Superclasico for the ages. The 46-year-old will leave the club as the most successful manager in River Plate history. However, who will be the man in charge following that game?

Steven Gerrard was sacked by Aston Villa following their 3-0 defeat at Fulham.

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