EFL side sack manager one week after play-off final heartbreak

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Salford City have sacked Karl Robinson just one week after they failed to achieve promotion to League One.The Ammies beat Grimsby Town in the semi-finals, but were well-beaten 3-0 by Notts County in the League Two play-off final at Wembley Stadium on May 25.Robinson has been sacked by SalfordGettyRobinson joined Salford in January 2024 as their replacement for Neil Wood, but has now been dismissed from his role.A statement on Tuesday night read: “Salford City Football Club can confirm that Karl Robinson will leave his position today as Head Coach with immediate effect.“This decision has been reached unanimously by the Club’s Board and Executive team following a thorough review of the football operation.“Karl has conducted himself throughout his time at Salford City with professionalism and integrity. “He has worked tirelessly on behalf of the Club and has been fully dedicated to helping us achieve our ambitions, both on and off the pitch.“These decisions are never easy, but we believe this is the right moment to make a change as we look ahead to the next chapter in Salford City’s development.“On behalf of everyone connected with the Club, we would like to place on record our sincere thanks to Karl and his staff for their hard work and dedication. We wish Karl every success in the future.“The process of appointing a new Head Coach will begin immediately, and we will provide a further update to supporters in due course.”Robinson spent two-and-a-half seasons at SalfordGettyMore to follow…