Former Premier League star sacked by Crawley in 62-word statement with League One side 12 points adrift of safety
CRAWLEY TOWN have sacked manager Rob Elliot amid an intense relegation scrap.
Elliot, 38, took over as Crawley boss just five months ago and leaves with the club 12 points away from safety in League One.
Elliot leaves with Crawley 12 points away from safety in League One[/caption]
The former Premier League ace managed 33 matches but lost 19 and only won six.
Crawley released a short statement thanking the ex-Newcastle goalkeeper.
The Red Devils also announced that Louis Storey will take over as interim manager, with Anthony Sweeney as an interim assistant.
Crawley released the following statement: “Crawley Town Football Club has today parted company with Manager Rob Elliot.
“Louis Storey will take control of the squad as Interim Head Coach, with Anthony Sweeney supporting him as Interim Assistant Head Coach.
“The club would like to thank Rob for all of his efforts during his time at the Broadfield Stadium and wish him all the best for the future.”
Crawley was the second team Elliot managed as he was also in charge of Gateshead where he also played beforehand.
This comes after a 20-year playing career where he played for the likes of Charlton, Newcastle and Warford.
The former keeper stood out with the Magpies where he spent nine years and amassed 68 appearances.
That was after seven years with Charlton where he played 109 times between the sticks.
Elliot also registered four caps with the Republic of Ireland before his retirement last year.
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