Robertson sacked as Derry City manager

John Robertson has been sacked as manager of Derry City.

Robertson steered the Candystripes to the League Cup and a spot in next season's Setanta Sports Cup, but the former Scotland World Cup star has been dismissed from the club.

A Derry City statement reads: "The Board of Derry City FC have released John Roberston from his contract with the club with immediate effect.

"Unfortunately Mr Roberston, in the view of the Board, has not been and will not be able to fulfil the terms of his contract and the club are now actively seeking a new manager."