Maaßen sacked as Augsburg coach

FC Augsburg have determined to half methods with head coach Enrico Maaßen after a disappointing begin to the season.

Enrico Maaßen has been relieved of his duties as head coach of FC Augsburg with speedy impact, the Bundesliga membership introduced on Monday night.

The choice comes after Saturday’s 2-1 loss to Darmstadt, which has left Augsburg fifteenth within the desk with 5 factors after seven video games.

“We took the time we wanted after the primary seven video games and the defeat at residence to Darmstadt to have a look at our present sporting scenario and the event of our staff,” mentioned Augsburg sporting director Marinko Jurendic.

“Following open conversations with Enrico Maaßen, we imagine that we wanted to alter our head coach. Regardless of all their dedication and onerous work, Enno and the staff haven’t managed to buck the pattern and achieve success on the pitch.”

Enrico Maaßen, who has been Augsburg’s head coach for the reason that summer season of 2022, commented:

“I’m naturally upset with this choice, as a result of I’m satisfied that we’d have been capable of handle to show issues round collectively.

“I’m grateful to FCA and the membership’s administration staff for giving me the chance to teach within the Bundesliga. I want FCA all the most effective for the long run, and hope the foundations that we’ve laid collectively will assist result in success.”