Mike Williamson sacked by Carlisle United after less than five months in charge
Former Newcastle United player Mike Williamson has been sacked by Carlisle United less than five months into the job.
The 41-year-old was relieved of his duties on Monday (February 3) after failing to make an impact at the club.
A club statement said: "Carlisle United Football Club can confirm that head coach Mike Williamson has this morning been relieved of his duties and has left the club with immediate effect.
"Everyone at the club would like to thank Mike for his efforts during his time at the club.
"The club will give a further update in the coming days."
Williamson joined Carlisle in September 2024 after leaving MK Dons.
The former Gateshead manager achieved fewer than a point a game during his short stint in the North West.
Carlisle's 2024/25 season has seen them play 33 matches, with 7 wins, 6 draws, and 20 losses.
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Two wins in the club's last eight games proved the nail in the coffin for the head coach after fans fell out of favour with him.
Some fans took to X to share their thoughts on the head coach's departure.
Lee Crowe said: "Should have been gone after the Cheltenham and Morecambe games but got there in the end.
"Timing awful again but at least we might have a chance with the right man."
Nick Brown said: "It’s never nice to see folk lose their jobs but it wasn’t working and it was only getting worse.
"Good to see common sense prevail and at least we’ll now give ourselves a chance to climb out of the hole we’re in."
Gem said: "I feel for Mike.
"It didn’t work out, but a lot of the things I’ve read and heard from fans, over the last couple of months is just disrespectful.
"I wish Mike all the best and thank you for your time at Carlisle."
