Everton News

Rafael Benitez Sacked

Rafael Benitez has been sacked as Everton manager following the 2-1 defeat at Norwich City – a result which extended a dismal run to just 1 win in 13 games.

Having lost 9 of the last 13 Premier League matches, Benitez leaves Everton sat 15th in the Premier League table, just six points above the relegation zone.

Rafael Benitez is the sixth manager to depart since majority shareholder Farhad Moshiri bought shares in Everton in February 2016, following Roberto Martinez, Ronald Koeman, Sam Allardyce, Marco Silva and Carlo Ancelotti out the door.

Official Club Statement;


Everton Football Club can confirm the departure of Rafael Benitez as First Team manager. 

Benitez, who joined Everton in June 2021, has left the Club with immediate effect. 

An update on a permanent replacement will be made in due course. 

GrandOldTeam
Published by
GrandOldTeam

Recent Posts

Everton 2-2 Man Utd

Everton let a 2-0 lead slip, settling for a 2-2 draw against Manchester United. The…

20 hours ago

Back In Stock

Good news, Blues! The ever-popular Everton Mishmash is officially back in stock – both as…

2 days ago

David Moyes’ Greatest Moments as Everton Manager

The recent return of David Moyes to Goodison Park has triggered an uplift in Everton…

2 days ago

Everton vs. Manchester United

Goodison Park is gearing up for its final dance with Manchester United this Saturday. United…

3 days ago

Everton Set Sights on Leeds Chief Angus Kinnear

Everton Football Club is reportedly considering Leeds United's Chief Executive, Angus Kinnear, for a pivotal…

3 days ago

Crystal Palace 1-2 Everton

Everton secured a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, marking their fourth win…

1 week ago