Mick McCarthy sacked by APOEL - just two months into the job

Speaking last night after the game, McCarthy described the run of form as "not acceptable".

APOEL manager Mick McCarthy prior to the Cyta Championship match between Doxa and APOEL last night. Picture: Nicos Savvides/Sportsfile

Former Republic of Ireland boss Mick McCarthy and Cypriot club APOEL have parted company after just two months.

The 61-year-old, who was appointed on a 19-month contract on November 2, and assistant Terry Connor have lasted just nine games after a run of four successive defeats left APOEL in 11th place in the table and just four points above the relegation zone.