Crystal Palace sack manager Sage after 16 games

Crystal Palace have dismissed manager Sage after 16 games in charge, with the club failing to win a league match since 11 October and having suffered a 5-0 defeat to rivals Brighton.

Sage said afterwards he felt "shame" at the loss and admitted he was unsure whether he would be given time to reverse Palace's fortunes, while acknowledging that injuries and the absence of forwards Jean-Philippe Mateta and Ismaila Sarr – both dealing with fitness and personal issues linked to their desire to leave – hampered his plans. Three consecutive defeats followed, including a match against Liverpool at Selhurst Park where Palace hit the bar and had a goal ruled out. In total, Sage recorded five wins from his 16 games across all competitions, and Palace travel to Coventry for their next Premier League fixture on 21 November after the international break.

The article also notes that Frank was sacked by Tottenham in February after just under eight months in charge, leaving the Spurs 16th in the Premier League and five points above the relegation zone following an eight‑match winless league run.