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Chelsea dismiss head coach Liam Rosenior after 107 days amid poor results
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Chelsea Football Club has announced the dismissal of head coach Liam Rosenior after 107 days in charge, citing a string of poor results including five consecutive Premier League defeats without scoring. The club confirmed the decision in a statement, acknowledging it was not taken lightly but was necessary due to performances falling below required standards. Rosenior, appointed in January on a six-year contract to replace Enzo Maresca, leaves Chelsea seventh in the Premier League and seven points shy of Champions League qualification, though the team remains in the FA Cup. Calum McFarlane will serve as interim head coach until the end of the season, starting with Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final against Leeds. Chelsea stated they will undertake a process of self-reflection to find a long-term appointment for the head coach position.
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