West Brom sack Di Matteo

West Brom head coach Roberto Di Matteo has been relieved of his duties following yesterday’s 3-0 defeat to Manchester City.

The result was the Baggies’ 13th defeat in 18 games in all competitions and a statement on the club’s website today confirmed Di Matteo has been placed on gardening leave.

First-team coach Michael Appleton will take over on a caretaker basis while a replacement is sought.