Coaches who did not last 100 days in the Premier League

Have you ever wondered why some football coaches don’t last long after they are hired? The English Premier League is really tough for both players and managers. While it has made some managers famous as top-notch leaders, for others, it has been a really tough journey. 

Here’s a look at some managers who didn’t even last 100 days at their Premier League clubs.

Colin Todd, Derby County (98 days)

Colin Todd left his role at Swindon Town to become assistant manager at Derby County under Jim Smith. When Smith was dismissed in October 2001, Todd took over as manager. His short tenure lasted just three months, ending after a defeat by League Two team Bristol Rovers in the FA Cup. Derby County was relegated later that same season.

Nathan Jones, Southampton (95 days)

Nathan Jones, who moved up from Luton where he had been successful in the lower leagues, managed Southampton from November 2022 to February 2023. Despite his previous success, Jones only secured one league win during his time at Southampton, a victory over Everton.

Terry Connor, Wolverhampton Wanderers (91 days)

Previously assistant to Mick McCarthy, Terry Connor stepped up as the manager for Wolves during the latter part of the 2011-2012 season. Taking charge in February 2012 with 13 matches left, Connor didn’t manage a single win. Wolves finished at the bottom of the league, and Connor returned to his assistant manager role in June 2012.

Quique Sanchez Flores, Watford (85 days)

Quique Sanchez Flores had a successful first stint at Watford, leading them to a 13th place finish in the Premier League. He returned to Watford in September 2019 when the club was last in the league but only managed one win in ten games. He departed in December of the same year.

Bob Bradley, Swansea City (84 days)

Bob Bradley made history as the first American coach in the Premier League when he joined Swansea City in October 2016. However, his tenure was brief and challenging, ending after a heavy 4-1 defeat to West Ham in December 2016. During his time, Swansea won just two out of 11 matches and had the worst defensive record in the league during that period.

Frank de Boer, Crystal Palace (77 days)

Frank de Boer arrived at Crystal Palace with a vision to implement a possession-based style of play. His tenure from June to September 2017 was short-lived, as he failed to win or score in any of his four league matches. His brief period included pre-season, which extended his time at the club slightly.

Rene Meulensteen, Fulham (75 days)

After being appointed head coach under Martin Jol at Fulham, Rene Meulensteen was promoted to manager just three weeks later when Jol was sacked in December 2013. His stint was marked by four wins in 17 Premier League games before a loss to League One side Sheffield United in the FA Cup sealed his fate.

Les Reed, Charlton Athletic (41 days)

Appointed with the hope of saving Charlton Athletic from relegation, lifelong fan Les Reed managed the team from mid-November to December 2006. He won just one of his seven matches in charge. His short run ended by mutual agreement after the team found itself seven points away from safety.